Nikka : Taketsuru Pure Malt

Characteristics and tasting tips for Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt

Tasting

Appearance
This Japanese spirit reveals a beautiful lemon-yellow hue.

Nose
Fruity and complex, this aromatic profile blends citrus fruits, notably orange and grapefruit, with juicy pear. The nose then evolves towards herbaceous notes with a hint of peat and a light bitterness.

Palate
Round and delicate, the palate reveals notes of cereals and sweet spices, notably cardamom, along with peat and candied fruits.

The opulence and precision of a Japanese whisky

The House of Nikka: the essence of Japanese whisky

Visionary and pioneering, the House of Nikka is now recognised as a symbol of Japanese whisky. Its founder, Masataka Taketsuru, laid the foundations of this renowned industry in Japan. With its iconic square bottle, "Nikka From The Barrel", Nikka enjoys worldwide acclaim.

Production process

Taketsuru Pure Malt pays tribute to Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka, known as the father of Japanese whisky. Renowned for his meticulous pursuit of perfection in blending his whiskies, Taketsuru had a profound influence on Nikka in the creation of this malt. Crafted from a blend of selected casks from the Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries, this whisky stands out for its remarkable balance, combining subtle smoothness with deep complexity.