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.