Nikka Session Blended Japanese Malt Whisky [700ML]

Description

What happens when Japanese precision meets Scottish tradition in a single bottle?

Nikka Session represents a groundbreaking fusion that took six years to perfect – the first new release from Japan’s pioneering Nikka distillery since 2014. This blended malt whisky masterfully combines malts from Nikka’s legendary Miyagikyo and Yoichi distilleries with premium Scottish malts from Ben Nevis in the Highlands. For enthusiasts seeking similar complexity, consider exploring our Togouchi Premium Japanese Blended Whisky or the peated intensity of Big Peat Islay Blended Malt.

• Distillery: Nikka (founded 1934) – Japan’s whisky pioneer
• Classification: Blended Malt Whisky combining Japanese and Scottish traditions
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced for sipping and mixing
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: Barrel aging delivers vanilla sweetness with subtle oak influence
• Tasting Notes: Nose opens with refreshing citrus and apple, honeyed malt, and gentle peat smoke. Palate reveals smooth tropical fruits, vanilla, and light spice. Finish offers clean mellow notes with dried fruit and lingering gentle spice
• Best Served: Neat at room temperature or with a splash of water

Our spirits team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has evaluated countless international expressions, and this stands out for its remarkable balance between fruit-forward Japanese character and subtle Scottish smokiness. The harmony achieved here reflects Masataka Taketsuru’s original vision of bridging two whisky worlds.

Ideal for: Whisky collectors and those new to Japanese expressions seeking approachable complexity. Pairs with: Rich Malaysian dishes like beef rendang or char siu, where the whisky’s fruit notes complement spiced meats beautifully. Recommended for: Anyone appreciating international craftsmanship, alongside smoky expressions like our BenRiach Smoky Twelve Years.