Nikka Miyagikyo 12 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky (700ml / 45%)
Light, floral nose with touches of green apple, black pepper and hints of sherry. Well-matured on the palate, full-body big flavour with a tang of dried fruit and some grip at...
Light, floral nose with touches of green apple, black pepper and hints of sherry. Well-matured on the palate, full-body big flavour with a tang of dried fruit and some grip at the finish. Quite complex with the vinous notes not quite overtaken by the expected hit of coffee and toffee at the end.
Nose: Sweet nose of aromatic red fruit, plus dried nuts and fruit.
Palate: Rich on the palate, with plenty of toffee, red fruits and some tingly clove spiciness.
Finish: Rather polite and reserved. Medium length.
Comment: A class act, with perfectly judged levels of fruit, spice and sherry-cask influence.