This is the new Nikka Yoichi without age statement. After the discontinuation of virtually the entire core range in 2015, including the old Nikka Yoichi NAS , this is now pretty much the only available Yoichi. I fear we will have to deal with this situation for many years.

Nikka Yoichi Single Malt (45%, OB 2016, 70 cl.)

Nose: really nice. Less recognizable as a Japanese whisky, but good nonetheless. Very bright, juicy barley with apples and peaches. Candied orange peel. A little mint from the obvious American oak. A very light smoky touch underneath, with some nutty...