Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt (Discontinued)

Very pleasantly surprised by the complexity. Almost a little spicy. Great finish. First entry into Japanese whiskey.

Nose has a distinctly "Scotch" aroma with a hint of sweet... I swirled and it has great legs. Light bite...honey and pears in the first taste. unique soft hot finish. Very nice.

Citrus front end, lightly peaty back end that doesn't linger. Overall pretty light on nose and tongue.

Classic Japanese nose. Delightful

Had at the Press room on Derby Day, neat. Maximum Security looses after DQ . Country House wins 65-1 long shot , so I decided to try a whisky from Japan. Nose: very nice fruit citrus tones, low alcohol. Plalate: Medium heat, very smooth , low smoke/Peat. Vanilla finish. No problem with trying this again.