Nikka : From the Barrel Extra Mariage 40th Anniversary Edition

Characteristics and tasting advice for Nikka From the Barrel Extra Marriage 40th Anniversary Edition

Tasting

Nose
The nose reveals remarkable depth with complex notes of beeswax, iris, roasted pineapple, and nutmeg. As it opens up, fragrances of ginger, oily peat, chocolate, and honey emerge.

Palate
On the palate, this whisky displays a lively, precise character. Smoke, lemon zest, honey, cocoa, cereals (corn, malted barley), and jam (apple, mirabelle plum) all blend harmoniously.

Food pairings and serving moments

This exceptional whisky is best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate its aromatic complexity. Its richness makes it a perfect companion for moments of contemplation and in-depth tasting.

An exceptional Japanese whisky celebrating four decades of Nikka excellence

Nikka: Japanese excellence since 1934

Founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, considered the father of Japanese whisky, Nikka embodies Japanese excellence in the distilling arts. Owned by the Asahi group, this emblematic House operates two distilleries: Yoichi on the island of Hokkaido and Miyagikyo in Sendai. Nikka stands out for its complete mastery of production, from single malts to grain whiskies crafted in its Scottish Coffey stills. This integrated approach enables Nikka to create exceptional blends that have contributed to the global rise of Japanese whisky.

From the Barrel Extra Marriage: an exceptional anniversary edition

From the Barrel Extra Marriage 40th Anniversary Edition celebrates four decades of excellence for Nikka From the Barrel. This limited edition is distinguished by an extended maturation period, twice as long as the original edition, allowing for optimal harmonization of its components.

Nikka From the Barrel is the result of blending numerous whiskies, including a base of whisky made from grain and various malt whiskies from the Miyagikyo and Yoichi distilleries. The grain whiskies are distilled in Coffey stills imported from Scotland in 1963. This technical approach gives the whisky its rich, deep, and energetic profile, characterized by complex aromas and remarkable finesse. Bottled at 51.4%, it reveals all the power and elegance of this exceptional blend, presented in its case.