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.

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