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Rank: 31.9 pctl
Value: $1.76 / pctl
Japan • $55.99 • 48.0% ABV
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Rank: 27.4 pctl
Value: $3.66 / pctl
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Nikka Pure Malt Red
Nikka Pure Malt Red is a blended malt Japanese whisky (43% ABV) known for its light, fruity, and soft profile, designed to be the delicate counterpart to Nikka's Red/Black/White trio. Primarily blending malts from the Miyagikyo distillery with some Yoichi, it offers notes of apples, pears, and subtle vanilla with a dry, woody finish.
100% Malted Barley
Ratings:
Whiskybase: 80.92 pts
Flaviar: 82.00 pts
Part of the Asahi Group Holdings family of brands.
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Nose: Fresh and inviting, the nose features sweet, red berry fruit, orchard fruits like red apple, and a light, floral honey undertone
Palate: Creamy and smooth, delivering flavors of stewed fruits, soft caramel, and gentle cinnamon spice with a well-balanced malt backbone
Finish: Short-to-medium and delicate, ending with lingering notes of sweet malt, subtle nuttiness, and a slight fruity acidity.
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Rank: 31.9 pctl
Value: $1.76 / pctl
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Kaiyo Whisky The Single
Kaiyo The Single is a 7-year-old Japanese whisky finished in Mizunara oak, known for its smooth, complex flavor profile. It features notes of vanilla, honey, and floral hints, with a touch of spice and coconut. The finish lingers with a honeyed sweetness. The constant rocking of the barrels during the ocean aging process in Mizunara oak draws out delicate fruity and floral flavors.
100% Malted Barley
Pro Ratings:
Whisky Advocate: 89.00 pts
Whiskybase: 85.00 pts
Wine Enthusiast: 90.00 pts
Flaviar: 78.00 pts
Independently Owned
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Nose: Rich honey, toffee, and vanilla lead with vibrant notes of fresh fruit and citrus zest, complemented by subtle hints of sandalwood and a faint sea saltiness from its ocean-aged finish.
Palate: A smooth, velvety mouthfeel reveals flavors of sweet, toasted coconut, caramel, and stewed apricot, followed by a mid-palate of exotic spices like ginger, cinnamon, and Japanese incense.
Finish: The finale is long, warming, and elegant, delivering lingering notes of vanilla, oak, and peppery spice alongside a whisper of dark chocolate and the signature sea breeze.
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