Nikka Discovery Yoichi Non-Peated Single Malt 47% – 2021

Nikka Discovery Yoichi Non-Peated 2021 is a rare and exciting release from the iconic Yoichi distillery in Japan. This bottling is part of the ‘Nikka Discovery’ series, which offers a unique insight into the experiments and variations explored at Nikka.

Yoichi is usually associated with a distinctive peaty and smoky style. In this 2021 release, the whisky is made exclusively from unpeated malt. The result is an elegant and surprising interpretation that highlights the purity, structure and balance of the distillate.

Bottled at 47%, the whisky retains its natural character and complexity. It’s a single malt that shows Yoichi’s foundation – without a smoky veil, but with depth and finesse.

Tasting notes

Nose: Refined and balanced. Clean malted barley forms the foundation. Notes of fruit and acacia honey emerge. Develops towards exotic notes with noble spices and herbs. Light medicinal nuance rounds out the profile.

Flavor: Tight and lively. Fresh citrus energizes the attack. Followed by vanilla and slightly toasted notes. Nice balance between sweet and savory elements. An elegant and mouthwatering bitterness provides structure.

Finish: Long and rich. Malty barley returns to focus. Anise, vegetal and creamy notes spread. In the retronasal experience, nuts and juicy fruit emerge with sustained length.

About Nikka and Yoichi

Nikka Whisky was founded by Masataka Taketsuru and is among Japan’s most respected whisky producers. The Yoichi distillery, located in Hokkaido, is known for its traditional coal-fired distillation and powerful style.

The Discovery series showcases the distillery’s experimental approach. Non-Peated 2021 demonstrates Yoichi’s versatility and ability to create deep and complex whisky – even without peat smoke. A collector’s bottle and a fascinating interpretation of Japanese single malt.

• Producer: Nikka Whisky
• Distillery: Yoichi
• Series: Nikka Discovery
• Type: Non-Peated Single Malt Whisky
• Year: 2021 Edition
• Origin: Japan
• Quantity: 70 cl
• Alcohol: 47%alcohol