Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky

A little more expensive than Nikka’s Coffey Grains but equally great. Only knocked it down to a 4 because I liked Coffey Grains variety a little better. Similar dynamic twist on whisky with a hint of black licorice finish. Delicious.

Really interesting concept—100% barley malt, but in Coffey stills; faint nose with vanilla, pecans, and a hint of char smoke; mostly vanilla, maple, and oak flavor, but very clean and not very sweet—like a bourbon, but with much more balanced sweetness; finishes warm with smooth vanilla sugar and grassy notes; really not anything like Nikka Coffey grain, but very clean and light

A surprisingly strong pecan on the nose, a light smokiness on the palate with even more pecan, then ends on a slightly bitter dark chocolate note. Overall, a very good pour that reminds me of eating a pecan pie, without it being overly sweet. Very pleased with this one!

Nose is nice, sweetness, nuttiness with a little oak. Palate is spicy but smooth throughout. Sweet with again oak and some nuts. Overall pretty nice

My first Japanese Whisky. Very smooth and sweet with a touch of smoke in the finish. Love it and looking forward to the next glass!

Smooth coffee finish