Yoichi – Spirits Ark

Yoichi 15 Year Old Cask Strength Version

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:52 +0000

Discover this rare 15-year-old single cask whisky from Yoichi, marked with a cask number and bottled at full cask strength, with no added color or chill filtration – pure, unadulterated expression that is increasingly hard to find. Believed to have been released in the 1990s, this bottling was exclusively available at the Yoichi distillery shop in Hokkaido, with only a handful of bottles outside Japan. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the essence of Yoichi’s craftsmanship at its finest from the 90s.

Yoichi 15 Year Old Special Edition

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:51 +0000

Yoichi, the jewel of Nikka’s crown, is the company’s first distillery established in 1934 to produce a range of single malt expressions. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose Yoichi in Hokkaido for its climate, similar to Scotland’s, where he mastered the art of whisky-making. Carefully selected from malts distilled and matured at the Yoichi distillery, this single malt showcases a bold yet refined peatiness, with a subtle maritime influence.

Once part of the Yoichi core range, the 15-year-old was discontinued in 2015, along with all other age-statement releases, after Nikka was hit by stock shortages. Renowned whisky critic Jim Murray praised it as ‘an absolute must for anyone who considers themselves a whisky connoisseur.’

NOSE

Light fruity notes and vanilla.

PALATE

Immediately sweet with notes of subdued peat, vanilla, spice and a hint of nuttiness.

FINISH

A long finish with malt flavors and a hint of chocolate bitterness.

Yoichi 20 Year Old Special Edition

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:51 +0000

Yoichi, the jewel of Nikka’s crown, is the company’s first distillery established in 1934 to produce a range of single malt expressions. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose Yoichi in Hokkaido for its climate, similar to Scotland’s, where he mastered the art of whisky-making. Carefully selected from malts distilled and matured at the Yoichi distillery, this single malt showcases a bold yet refined peatiness, with a subtle maritime influence.

Part of the Yoichi core range, the 20-year-old was retired along with all other age-statement releases due to stock shortages. In a 2003 blind tasting, it outshone several renowned Scottish malts and earned 95 points in Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible.

NOSE

Rich and savory, featuring notes of licorice, old nutty sherry, vanilla cream, and a hint of enticing peat.

PALATE

Bigger and fruitier than the nose implies, with aromatic spices and peat blending with rich dark chocolate.

FINISH

Complex and delicately sherried, with peat providing a balanced contrast to the richness.

Yoichi Limited Edition 2019

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:51 +0000

In celebration of the Miyagikyo Distillery’s 50th anniversary, Nikka has released two special editions, including this exceptional offering from the Yoichi Distillery. It contains a blend of malt whiskies distilled over five decades – 1960s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s’since Miyagikyo’s founding in 1969. Limited to only 700 bottles, this edition comes in a sleek black bottle, making it a striking and collectible piece for whisky enthusiasts.

NOSE

Aromas of buttery pancakes drizzled with maple syrup, intertwined with oaky vanilla and a coastal peatiness.

PALATE

Rich cocoa notes and aromatic malt, wrapped in peat smoke

FINISH

A refined finish of soft oak undertones, zesty orange peel, and a lingering wave of peat that leaves a smoky warmth.

Yoichi Heavily Peated

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:51 +0000

Released in 2015 alongside the Miyagikyo Sherry Cask, the Yoichi Heavily Peated quickly gained attention remains highly sought-after, with only 3,000 bottles produced. Blended only from smoky heavy peat malts, it delivers an intense yet well-rounded profile of rich peat aromas with aged oak fragrances and pronounced maritime character. The striking deep blue label pays tribute to the sea surrounding the Yoichi Distillery, reflecting its profound influence on the whisky’s character.

This product does not include a box.

Yoichi Cask Strength Versions

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:51 +0000

Discover this rare set of Yoichi single cask whiskies, each marked with a cask number and bottled at full cask strength, without any added color or chill filtration – pure, unadulterated expressions of Yoichi whisky that are hard to come by today! Believed to have been released in the 1990s, these bottlings were available only at the Yoichi distillery shop in Hokkaido, with only a handful of bottles exist outside Japan. This is a chance to experience the essence of Yoichi’s craftsmanship at its finest from the 90s.

This set includes:-
Yoichi <1 Year Old
Yoichi 5 Year Old
Yoichi 10 Year Old
Yoichi 15 Year Old
Yoichi 25 Year Old

Yoichi 12 Year Old Special Edition

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:50 +0000

Yoichi, the jewel of Nikka’s crown, is the company’s first distillery established in 1934 to produce a range of single malt expressions. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose Yoichi in Hokkaido for its climate, similar to Scotland’s, where he mastered the art of whisky-making. Carefully selected from malts distilled and matured at the Yoichi distillery, this single malt showcases a bold yet refined peatiness, with a subtle maritime influence. Once part of the Yoichi core range, the 12-year-old was discontinued in 2015, along with all other age-statement releases, after Nikka was hit by stock shortages.

The Yoichi 12 Year Old features a greater proportion of sherry casks, enhancing its aromatic depth compared to its younger counterparts. While the signature peat notes persist, the influence of aged casks and floral nuances expands its flavor profile.

Yoichi 12 Year Old

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:50 +0000

Yoichi, the jewel of Nikka’s crown, is the company’s first distillery established in 1934 to produce a range of single malt expressions. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose Yoichi in Hokkaido for its climate, similar to Scotland’s, where he mastered the art of whisky-making. Carefully selected from malts distilled and matured at the Yoichi distillery, this single malt showcases a bold yet refined peatiness, with a subtle maritime influence. Once part of the Yoichi core range, the 12-year-old was discontinued in 2015, along with all other age-statement releases, after Nikka was hit by stock shortages.

The Yoichi 12 Year Old features a greater proportion of sherry casks, enhancing its aromatic depth compared to its younger counterparts. While the signature peat notes persist, the influence of aged casks and floral nuances expands its flavor profile.

This product does not include a box.

Yoichi 15 Year Old

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:50 +0000

NOSE

Light fruity notes and vanilla.

PALATE

Immediately sweet with notes of subdued peat, vanilla, spice and a hint of nuttiness.

FINISH

A long finish with malt flavors and a hint of chocolate bitterness.

Nikka – Yoichi & Miyagikyo Rum Cask Finish Twin Pack

huizhen — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:38:35 +0000

This limited-edition twin pack features two Nikka single malts – one from Yoichi and the other from Miyagikyo – both finished in Caribbean rum casks for up to 12 months to add an extra layer of depth and intrigue.

The rum cask imparts caramel sweetness and spice to Miyagikyo’s mellow fruitiness. Meanwhile, the Yoichi expression retains its classic peat smoke and maritime influence, with a touch of sweetness that balances its bold flavors, finishing with lingering bitter chocolate.