The famous
and traditional whisky house of NIKKA in Japan has released a new selection in Sweden. The whisky is called “NIKKA whisky
from the barrel” with a alcohol of 51, 4%.
The Japanese
usually drink whisky with a dash of water. Sometimes it is enjoyed with 1/4,
2/5, or even 2/4 of water with the glass of whisky.
To make
this tasting thorough enough we did all three alternatives and boy did we enjoy
it.
Neat
The
original strength of this godly water has an alcohol content of 51, 4% without
water. The scent is of citrus and hints of lime. The alcohol is definitely
there to reveal its content, however not dominant but rather pleasantly soft on
the nose. The taste has intensive signs of malt, honey, citrus, oak and spices.
It is round, creamy and provides a aftertaste of coffee and chocolate.
Mizuwari
Spike
The word
means “blend with water” and is a common way to enjoy whisky in Japan. The strong whisky from NIKKA from
the barrel provides an excellent blend with soda water where the bubbles and
the saltiness provides a distinct freshness to the whisky.
In Japan, to serve whisky is a form of art
and to be served by a true bartender connoisseur in Japan can be an experience of its own. Everything
from the preparation of the ice, to presenting, to pouring is an act of art
itself.
¾ NIKKA
from the Barrel 51, 4%
¼ Soda
water
Mizuwari
Refresher
Long and
mild taste of prominent saltiness, lovely bubbles and balanced in fruit. In the
after taste the spices and the oak is clear and pleasant. This drink is very
refreshing and enjoyable.
3/5 NIKKA
from the Barrel 51, 4%
2/5 Soda
water
We enjoyed
this whisky a lot and can really recommend all whisky lovers to try this
pleasant beverage. It is very nice to have after a hard day of work in front of
the fire while enjoying your favourite book.
Much
pleasure and thanks to NIKKA for this lovely whisky.
Nr Systembolaget: 551
Cost in Sweden: 379 SEK (500 ml)
Cost in China: approx 550 RMB
Cost in US: Unkown
Written and
tasted by Alexander Yü, Kristian Kull and Sofie Yü
