Nikka From The Barrel Japanese Whisky
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Nikka from the Barrel is one of the most recognisable Japanese blended whiskies, made from malt and grain whiskies from the two Nikka distilleries. The whisky is full of flavour and richness, showcasing a honeyed sweetness followed by candied orange peel, raisin and dried apricot, cinnamon, clove and coconut with a hint of smoke. The whisky is 51.4% ABV and presented in a now iconic square bottle.
Nikka from the Barrel is a multi-award-winning whisky and received the ‘Best Japanese Blended Whisky (NAS)’ accolade at the World Whiskies Awards in 2019.
"Takes a little while to open but then reveals sherry and a big smack of orange zest. There is some cedar box lurking as well. The palate continues the sweet citrus theme, with a hint of walnuts and honeyed apples. The finish is lush, rich and impressively complex."
Product Details
Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep copper-amber with a warm honey-gold core, edged by mahogany highlights that glow in the glass.
Nose
Honeyed sweetness leads to candied orange peel, raisin and dried apricot, edged with cinnamon, clove and a whisper of coconut and smoke. With air, rich sherry notes deepen, orange zest brightens and cedar box lingers, hinting at the depth to come.
Palate
Sweet citrus carries through the palate with honeyed apples and walnut notes, joined by sherry sweetness and a big smack of orange zest. Cinnamon and clove weave in with a hint of cedar box, while a subtle coconut smoke lingers. A lush, richly complex finish.
Finish
An enduring, lush finish that coats the palate with warm orange zest and sherry sweetness, lifted by wisps of cedar and spice. Rich, complex and velvety, with subtle walnut and honeyed apple echoes lingering as a light smoke fades.