Nikka Yoichi Discovery Aromatic Yeast Japanese Whisky – 70cl
Nikka Yoichi Discovery Aromatic Yeast — part of Nikka's celebrated Discovery Series (2022+) exploring specific production variables. This Yoichi expression uses distinctive aromatic yeast strains during fermentation, delivering a genuinely different flavour profile from standard Yoichi single malt. Explorative limited edition for serious Japanese whisky enthusiasts.
Why you'll love it
- Refined aromatic depth, warm honey, gentle peat, distinctive fruit-forward character, elegant Yoichi Hokkaido base — aromatic yeast signature
- Distinctive aromatic yeast fermentation — genuinely different flavour development from standard Yoichi
- Perfect for serious Japanese whisky enthusiasts, production-method explorers, and Nikka Discovery collectors
- Presented in Nikka's Discovery Series limited edition packaging
Perfect pairings
Best appreciated neat as a contemplation pour. Pairs beautifully with sushi, aged Japanese ingredients, or delicate cuisine.
Perfect for
- Serious Japanese whisky enthusiasts exploring production variables
- Nikka Discovery Series completists
- Whisky enthusiasts interested in yeast's role in whisky character
- Distinctive limited edition gifts
Compare with
Interested in the Miyagikyo aromatic yeast counterpart? Try Miyagikyo Discovery Aromatic Yeast ($346). Interested in the Yoichi Discovery Non-Peated variant? Yoichi Discovery Non-Peated ($346). Prefer standard Yoichi single malt? Nikka Yoichi Single Malt ($110).
Frequently asked
What is the Discovery Series?
Nikka's 2022+ limited edition series exploring specific production variables (aromatic yeast, non-peated Yoichi, peated Miyagikyo). Each release isolates and showcases how specific choices in the whisky-making process affect the final character.
Why does yeast matter?
Yeast is one of the largest contributors to whisky flavour character during fermentation. Different yeast strains produce different flavour compound profiles. Most distilleries use consistent yeast; Discovery Aromatic Yeast highlights the impact of yeast choice.
Is this collectible?
Yes — Nikka Discovery Series releases have strong collector interest. Retain original packaging.
Quick facts
- Category: Single Malt Japanese Whisky (Limited Edition)
- Brand: Nikka Yoichi
- Series: Discovery — Aromatic Yeast
- ABV: 48%
- Volume: 70cl
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Fine and distinguished — herbaceous, salty peat and coal fire notes dominate on first pour, then open beautifully into apple, pear, Canary melon, lily, carnation, and mint, becoming increasingly creamy and exotic with coconut, pineapple, and yellow kiwi — a daiginjo sake-like florality weaving through Yoichi's signature smoke.
PALATE
Savoury and complex with a lovely milky sweetness — smoky honey, mushroom, ginger, fresh honeydew, banana, and light bubblegum esters sitting alongside smoked cheese, vinous earthiness, and the umami-rich depth that makes this expression unlike any other Yoichi ever released.
FINISH
Long and crisp — white grape, mirabelle plum, and liquorice fade into a fine layer of evanescent peat smoke with wisps of translucent smoke rising from the empty glass — elegant, surprising, and deeply memorable.
ABV: 48% ABV