Nikka Whisky is releasing a refined Taketsuru Pure Malt, a smooth blend of 100% malt whiskies to showcase Nikka’s two distilleries: Yoichi and Miyagikyo. The expression is named after Nikka’s founder Masataka Taketsuru, the first Japanese who mastered whisky-making in Scotland and brought his expertise back to Japan.
“The refined Taketsuru Pure Malt is an exciting evolution of our founder’s namesake blend,” said Emiko Kaji, Nikka Whisky international business development manager. “We have refined the formula and design to represent both sides of Masataka’s personality, being a disciplined craftsman and a person of curiosity and open-mindedness. We hope this expression will be enjoyed by connoisseurs and storytellers seeking high quality whiskies with rich stories behind.” The influence of ex-sherry casks will continue to be a key component, but the enhanced presence of Yoichi’s malt characteristics will further enrich the mouthfeel and smokiness to provide greater depth and balance. Nikka Yoichi Distillery Editorial credit: Cascade Creatives / Shutterstock.com “Taketsuru is one of Nikka’s signature expressions and any bottle bearing his name comes with high expectations,” said Hotaling & Co. CEO and President Dan Leese, whose company will import the product. “The package and liquid refinement of Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt celebrates the brand’s rich past and the portfolio continues to contribute to Hotaling & Co.’s artisanal world whiskies that are truly special.” The revamped recipe will also feature a new label design which features bamboo leaves and crane birds. Taketsuru Pure Malt will be available beginning November 2020. It carries a 43% ABV and is priced at $79.99 SRP. Nikka’s From the Barrel expression topped our list of Top 10 Blended Whiskies to Try in 2020. For more information on Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt, Masataka Taketsuru and the brand’s portfolio of whiskies click here. Cover Image: Thanan Kongduong / Shutterstock.com
Nikka Whisky is releasing a refined Taketsuru Pure Malt, a smooth blend of 100% malt whiskies to showcase Nikka’s two distilleries: Yoichi and Miyagikyo. The expression is named after Nikka’s founder Masataka Taketsuru, the first Japanese who mastered whisky-making in Scotland and brought his expertise back to Japan.
“The refined Taketsuru Pure Malt is an exciting evolution of our founder’s namesake blend,” said Emiko Kaji, Nikka Whisky international business development manager. “We have refined the formula and design to represent both sides of Masataka’s personality, being a disciplined craftsman and a person of curiosity and open-mindedness. We hope this expression will be enjoyed by connoisseurs and storytellers seeking high quality whiskies with rich stories behind.” The influence of ex-sherry casks will continue to be a key component, but the enhanced presence of Yoichi’s malt characteristics will further enrich the mouthfeel and smokiness to provide greater depth and balance. Nikka Yoichi Distillery Editorial credit: Cascade Creatives / Shutterstock.com “Taketsuru is one of Nikka’s signature expressions and any bottle bearing his name comes with high expectations,” said Hotaling & Co. CEO and President Dan Leese, whose company will import the product. “The package and liquid refinement of Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt celebrates the brand’s rich past and the portfolio continues to contribute to Hotaling & Co.’s artisanal world whiskies that are truly special.” The revamped recipe will also feature a new label design which features bamboo leaves and crane birds. Taketsuru Pure Malt will be available beginning November 2020. It carries a 43% ABV and is priced at $79.99 SRP. Nikka’s From the Barrel expression topped our list of Top 10 Blended Whiskies to Try in 2020. For more information on Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt, Masataka Taketsuru and the brand’s portfolio of whiskies click here. Cover Image: Thanan Kongduong / Shutterstock.com
Nikka Whisky is releasing a refined Taketsuru Pure Malt, a smooth blend of 100% malt whiskies to showcase Nikka’s two distilleries: Yoichi and Miyagikyo.
The expression is named after Nikka’s founder Masataka Taketsuru, the first Japanese who mastered whisky-making in Scotland and brought his expertise back to Japan.
“The refined Taketsuru Pure Malt is an exciting evolution of our founder’s namesake blend,” said Emiko Kaji, Nikka Whisky international business development manager.
“We have refined the formula and design to represent both sides of Masataka’s personality, being a disciplined craftsman and a person of curiosity and open-mindedness. We hope this expression will be enjoyed by connoisseurs and storytellers seeking high quality whiskies with rich stories behind.”
The influence of ex-sherry casks will continue to be a key component, but the enhanced presence of Yoichi’s malt characteristics will further enrich the mouthfeel and smokiness to provide greater depth and balance.
Nikka Yoichi Distillery Editorial credit: Cascade Creatives / Shutterstock.com
“Taketsuru is one of Nikka’s signature expressions and any bottle bearing his name comes with high expectations,” said Hotaling & Co. CEO and President Dan Leese, whose company will import the product.
“The package and liquid refinement of Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt celebrates the brand’s rich past and the portfolio continues to contribute to Hotaling & Co.’s artisanal world whiskies that are truly special.”
The revamped recipe will also feature a new label design which features bamboo leaves and crane birds.
Taketsuru Pure Malt will be available beginning November 2020. It carries a 43% ABV and is priced at $79.99 SRP.
Nikka’s From the Barrel expression topped our list of Top 10 Blended Whiskies to Try in 2020.
For more information on Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt, Masataka Taketsuru and the brand’s portfolio of whiskies click here.
Cover Image: Thanan Kongduong / Shutterstock.com
