Nikka Pure Malt Black Whisky

Nose: malty and fruity, woody, lemon peel Palate: very mild peat, sweet, nice oak influence. Caramel, cinnamon, hint of sherry,. Finish: a warm familiar oak spice.

The nose brings a gentle minty peat. Theres some dark fruit and a maltiness that presents as damp, days-old grass cuttings. The arrival is sharp, spicy and dry. The peat starts to assert itself in the development, with wood spice and ginger. The mintiness returns on the finish. I don’t think I’ve ever had a bad blended Japanese whisky. Maybe I just need to try more! But this is a solid and affordable blend that can definitely be sipped on its own.

Like it says on the bottle, entry level whisky into the Nikka shelf. Goes down nicely, actually smooth with a hint of smoke but nothing overpowering.