Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt 21 Year Old Whisky 750ml
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About This Bottle
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt 21 Year Old is a discontinued, highly decorated Japanese blended malt named in honor of Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka and widely regarded as the father of Japanese whisky, who trained in Scotland before bringing his expertise back to Japan. First launched in 2001, this pure malt blends single malts from both of Nikka's distilleries, Yoichi's powerful, coal-fired direct distillation and Miyagikyo's soft, floral character, each component matured a full 21 years before blending. Due to depleted aged whisky stocks, Nikka officially discontinued this expression in March 2020, making remaining bottles a genuine collector's item.
Specs
- Producer: Nikka Whisky (blend of Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries), Japan
- Blend: Aged single malts from both Yoichi and Miyagikyo
- Aging: 21 years
- Status: Discontinued (March 2020)
- ABV: 43%
- Size: 750ml
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Dark chocolate, ripe plum, espresso bean, toasted oak, and a delicate wisp of peat smoke
- Palate: Velvety and complex, evolving from initial sweetness to dried cherry, date, citrus, and chocolate malt
- Finish: Long and sophisticated, with lingering spice and dried fruit
Award-winning at both the World Whisky Awards and International Spirits Challenge, this 21 year old expression balances Yoichi's smoky character with Miyagikyo's smooth sweetness, honoring Taketsuru's original vision for Japanese whisky. A landmark bottle for serious Japanese whisky collectors, especially in early bottlings featuring the collectible decanter-style design with gold chain detailing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old taste like?
Dark chocolate, ripe plum, and espresso bean on the nose, with dried cherry, citrus, and chocolate malt on the palate, finishing long with spice and dried fruit.
Is this whisky still in production?
No, Nikka discontinued Taketsuru 21 Year Old in March 2020 due to depleted aged stock, making it a genuine collector's item.
Is this whisky heavily peated?
No, it features only a mild touch of smoke from the Yoichi malt component, with the overall character leaning toward rich fruit, malt, and spice.
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt 21 Year Old Whisky 750ml
$799.99
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