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Rank: 88.4 pctl
Value: $0.82 / pctl
Japan • $72.50 • 51.4% ABV
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Rank: 47.2 pctl
Value: $1.61 / pctl
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Kaiyo Whisky Mizunara Oak
Kaiyo Mizunara Oak Japanese Whisky is known for its smooth, velvety texture and complex flavor profile, featuring notes of vanilla, caramel, and oak, with subtle hints of spice, sandalwood, and sweetness imparted by the unique Mizunara oak. It offers an elegant and sophisticated drinking experience, whether enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails. The Mizunara oak, a Japanese oak known for its delicate wood grain, contributes to the whisky's distinctive character.
100% Malted Barley
Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 92.00 pts
Whiskybase: 82.41 pts
Total Wine: 92.00 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 91.00 pts
Flaviar: 80.00 pts
Independently Owned
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Nose: The nose reveals a complex bouquet of sweet, creamy vanilla and tropical fruits, balanced by aromatic notes of sandalwood, coconut, and exotic spices.
Palate: On the palate, it delivers a rich, smooth flavor of caramel, honey, and orange, accented by a distinctive peppery spice and light oak.
Finish: The finish is long and warm, with lingering notes of baking spices, tropical fruit, and the refined woody character of the Mizunara oak.
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Rank: 88.4 pctl
Value: $0.82 / pctl
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Nikka From the Barrel
Nikka From The Barrel is a highly regarded, intense Japanese blended whisky bottled at a near-cask strength of 51.4% ABV (102.8 proof). First introduced in 1985, it is a meticulous blend of over 100 different malt and grain whiskies from Nikka's Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries, known for its rich oak, dried fruit, and caramel profile packed into a distinct, small 500ml bottle.
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Pro Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 94.00 pts
Whiskybase: 83.23 pts
Total Wine: 98.00 pts
Flaviar: 86.00 pts
Drink Hacker: 95.00 pts
Part of the Asahi Group Holdings family of brands.
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Nose: Rich aromas of oak, brown sugar, and vanilla mingle with bright orange peel and delicate floral undertones
Palate: A thick, creamy texture delivers a strong punch of tart fruit, caramel, and soft spice with a firm oak astringency
Finish: Medium-long, the finish leaves a bitter-sweet lingering note of burnt oak, dried fruits, and warming cloves.
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