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Rank: 4.0 pctl
Value: $19.13 / pctl
Japan • $76.99 • 40.0% ABV
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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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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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Rank: 4.0 pctl
Value: $19.13 / pctl
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Mars Shinshu Sherry Cask Finish
Mars Iwai Sherry Cask Finish is a blended Japanese whisky known for its rich, sweet, and complex character, resulting from a finishing period in Pedro XimAnez sherry casks. It presents a delightful interplay of dried fruits, honey, and subtle peat notes, balanced by a smooth, creamy mouthfeel. The sherry influence adds depth with notes of dark fruits, while subtle oak and spice notes contribute to a lingering, harmonious finish.
70% Malted Barley • 30% Corn • High Corn
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Whiskybase: 75.27 pts
Independently Owned
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Nose: Aromas of brown sugar and sweet cherry mingle with hints of cacao and toasted nuts.
Palate: Flavors of dried apricot, orange peel, and caramel are accented by subtle baking spices like nutmeg and ginger.
Finish: A soft and elegant finish with a lingering sweetness of maple and sherry notes.
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