Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky 70cl
Using their two Scottish Coffey stills, Nikka have created their latest Japanese Grain Whisky
Description
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
The history behind Nikka Coffey starts in the 1960's, and comes from the expertise of the Japanese Nikka Whisky company. They have decades of experience blending whiskies, and creating white spirits.
Whilst 'Nikka' is the name of the company, Coffey refers to the type of still used to create the base distillate. This is a traditional continuous still, which produces the signature grain whiskies of Nikka. These were imported from Scotland to Japan in 1963.
Whilst they have created a number of single cask grain whiskies in their history, this one is the largest to date. It is a perfect example of an 'exotic' Japanese Whisky.
On the nose this has both bourbon vanilla and corn. There is also a background hint of chamomile. The palate is sweet, and has fruit flavours reminiscent of grapefruit and perhaps mangoes. The vanilla comes through as in the nose, and its joined by a syrup like quality. The finish allows the corn notes to come through, but the whisky remains sweet and vibrant right to the end.
The notes of bourbon like vanilla make this a whisky which should appeal both to the fans of grain whiskies and those who enjoy bourbon.
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Perfect Serve
This can be enjoyed neat on its own at room temperature, or over ice. We liked this best with a large single ice-cube as it released additional flavours.
