Nikka Yoichi Single Malt Japanese Whisky 12 Year Old

Nose

Bold peat smoke and a briny sea breeze rise first, mingling with sun-warmed malt and a whisper of iodine. Beneath, creamy vanilla and caramel mingle with orchard fruit—apple and pear—softening the edge with gentle sweetness. Subtle espresso and toasted wood add depth as the aroma settles, revealing a poised Yoichi balance of smoky backbone and refined, maritime finesse.

Palate

Bold and velvety, the palate opens with a wave of smoky peat and sea-salt brine, then folds into rich malt and caramel. Dark chocolate and toasted oak mingle with toasted almond and a whisper of rubbery iodine, adding depth. Spice and pepper glow through, guiding a long, maritime finish that lingers with smoke, citrus zest, and a refined, saline sweetness.