Coffey Grain

Between Bourbon and Scotch, it can be drunk dry, on the rocks, with water or soda, or used as a cocktail base, notably to make a Perfect Manhattan.

Made from a majority of corn from the Coffey stills, this single grain offers us a glimpse of the grain whiskies that form the basis of all Nikka's blends, with a particularly suave and charming style.

Colour: beautiful gold.

Nose: fresh and seductive at the same time, it reveals sweet notes of ripe pear, cherry juice and exotic fruits. Citrus fruits, blood oranges and lemon, appear to give way to subtle floral notes, apple blossom and cherry blossom. On opening, it becomes more gourmand and pastry-like on coconut, bourbon vanilla and chouquettes filled with whipped cream. Underlying, fine touches of mint and a hint of musk.

Palate: juicy and greedy to perfection, it keeps the promise of the nose. A farandole of ripe fruits accentuated by frank notes of rum (banana) and caramel. It becomes more complex with zan, liquorice and star anise. The mid-palate is fruitier, dominated by pear nectar, and quickly gives way to creamier flavours without ever getting too heavy. Freshness is omnipresent.

Finish: just as greedy as the mouth, it develops on pear and bourbon vanilla before fading away on a very nice and light bitterness.