Tasting Notes

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Nikka Miyagikyo

Country: Japan

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Type: Single Malt

Bottler: Distiller

ABV: 45%

Score: 91 Points

Nikka Miyagikyo. Image courtesy Nikka Whisky.This is the no-age-statement single malt from Nikka’s Miyagikyo Distillery that replaced the previous age-statement versions in 2015 and 2016. The nose is fruity with mango, papaya, and grapefruit notes, along with pine needles and a touch of menthol. The taste has a thick mouthfeel with pineapple, grapefruit, and mango notes, along with cooked bananas, coconut, and menthol. The finish is long and tart with tropical fruits, menthol, and coconut notes. (January, 2017)