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Here we have a limited edition release from Nikka's Yoichi single malt whisky range, this is a yeast-focused version produced through low-temperature fermentation.
In Yoichi, Masataka Taketsuru saw numerous reminders of Scotland, and this convinced him that this should be the home of Japanese Whisky. Asahi Breweries acquired Nikka in 2001 since when Japanese whiskies, as a whole, have seen a huge rise in popularity across the world and has led to significant further expansion of the their production facilties to cope with demand. g. purchase, investment) whatsoever based on the Service you should consider obtaining third party professional/expert advice on the matter, and you should consider whether such the decision is suitable and feasible with respect to (inter alia) your financial status and situation, your particular knowledge/experience on the matter (e. The Nikka Yoichi single malt whisky 2 glass gift set is a delightful and thoughtfully curated set that brings together the distinct flavours of Nikka Yoichi single malt with a touch of elegance.A no-age-statement bottling that offers a distinctly fruit-forward expression, while retaining the salty coastal influence of the distillery.
Crafted using methods from the past, such as direct coal heating, the Yoichi single malt truly captures the authentic character of its exceptional location, with its refined coastal and peat notes. The founder Masataka Taketsuru chose Yoichi in Hokkaido because of the similar environmental conditions to Scotland, where he learned whisky making.It offers a delicate balance of bright fruitiness and rich mouthfeel, along with its distinctive smokiness generated by coal-fired distillation.
Also sign me up for newsletters so I can get special offers, recommendations, and expert advice to my inbox! My rule of life prescribed as an absolutely sacred rite smoking cigars and also the drinking of alcohol before, after and if need be during all meals and in the intervals between them. Yoichi's coal-fired stills, stills which are no longer present at any distillery in Scotland, remain in use to this day and add a unique flavour to the whisky and a nod to its heritage. Herbaceous, salty and earthy the whisky shows notes of tulip, cyclamen, Mirabelle and coastal flavours. The peat really kicks in on the palate, with an earthy smokiness, well supported by spicy notes from the oak.The small stills are coal-fired, the malts have a slightly peaty touch and maturation is carried out in bourbon, sherry and virgin oak barrels. Nothing in the Terms shall exclude or limit our liability for fraudulent misrepresentation or for death or personal injury resulting from gross negligence or willful misconduct by us. Each and every Member must be of legal drinking age in its country of residence to be allowed to use the Service. We may, but are not under any obligation, to release new functionalities and tools or other features for the Service every now and then. Finish - Long, smooth, and nuanced, fruit and that herby smoke slowly give way to slight eucalyptus tones and leather, brine slowly fading throughout.
Founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, the brand is headquartered in Tokyo and is the country's second largest distiller. Surrounded by mountains on three sides and sea on the other, the distillery is located to the west of Sapporo.The northern island of Hokkaido is where Taketsuru came across the ideal site for the construction of Yoichi. Pleasant peaty notes and smokiness originating from the traditional direct coal-fired distillation as well as a briny hint delivered by the sea breeze during the ageing process.