Nikka Coffey Malt 70cl

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I can understand the lack of education about this from the big brands, but I’m surprised and annoyed that the independent or “independent” whisky Youtubers and bloggers aren’t educating their fans on important pre-barrel aging steps such as fermentation, types of stills, and condensers. Masataka valued the feature of this type of still and installed two sets of Coffey stills after he established Nikka Whisky.

You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. Looking at the bright side: at least most consumers now know that the Nikka Coffey Malt isn’t whisky made from coffee! The driver will input your year of birth into their device and may then require an ID check to complete the age verification process. The two unique Nikka Coffey expressions are the most recent additions to the Nikka family and have been released in 2014 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Nikka and showcase the innovative spirit of the brand.I once went to a Nikka tasting session two years ago and these remained my favorite out of all the core bottlings there. I hope they realize that, if they don’t educate their respective communities on these topics, who else is going to? Somewhere style wise between Irish pot still (Redbreast) and Aged Bourbon, a thick and luxurious Malt with a difference. They mention that it is the best they have ever tasted, a wonderful malt, and a very palatable product.

Can it really be considered an education when all you’ve been talking about are the same things, but just shifting between brands for a few years? A rare 100% malt bottling, this whisky is unlike any other, thanks to its unique "grain whisky" distillation method that results in a rich and complex flavour profile. This flagship expression is the best selling Japanese whisky in Europe and is a blend of Coffey Grain , and spirits from Yoichi and Miyagikyo.

I think you make a good point here on what passes as whisky education, and I would love to see more of what you suggest. Matured in oak casks, Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky boasts a deep oaky flavour and a silky texture that is simply unforgettable. The second topic is my disappointment in the scene for not progressing past bottling at 46% ABV, non-chill filtering, and no added color. Most will know him as the main person responsible for making Foursquare rum what it is now, but fewer know him as a walking and talking history book. They’re only likely to start discussing more technical aspects of whisky production if there’s a clamor for it.

A hefty whack of spice – cinnamon and clove – at first, then joined by notes of dark chocolate and roasted nuts, then a touch of orange lightens the feeling. Yes, whisky being bottled with the magic trifecta is a mark of quality, but that’s not all there is to it at making great whisky. Information and statements about products are not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. One of the answers would be using better raw materials, longer fermentation, and slower distillation. How are more enthusiasts going to know why Mortlach, a Speyside single malt, has this meaty and heavy flavor while most of the other Speyside single malts are lighter and cleaner in flavor?These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. Like on the nose, I get one taste made up of honey, coffee, unsweetened coffee jelly, vanilla, burnt caramel, toffee, and cinnamon. Unfortunately, due to laws/regulations we cannot deliver spirit/liquor products to any PO Box addresses or in some cases to all states, countries, or providences. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented here and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. Coffey Grain offers the opportunity to taste an essential component of the famous Nikka blends, including Nikka from the Barrel.

I rarely find this note in a pot still malt whisky or in a bourbon (which sometimes uses continuous stills or doublers, but is aged in virgin oak). Finish: Black cherry, chocolate, creme brulee tops, hot toffee/butterscotch sauce, toasted vanilla, cinnamon and all spice, lingers long!In February 2021, for the first time its hundred-year history, Japanese whisky got a comprehensive definition of what it actually is (and isn't). Coffey Malt is a truly unique whisky, produced using a Coffey still but made exclusively from malted barley, a grain type that is usually reserved for the more traditional copper pot still in whisky production.