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Nikka Miyagikyo Aromatic Yeast (2022 Release)
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Nikka Miyagikyo Aromatic Yeast (2022 Release)

Whiskey Single Malt Japan No age statement 47% ABV
$$$$$ $300 and up Collector
6 reviews raw average 4.29
88 critic score out of 100

About this bottle

First launched in 2021, Nikka's limited edition Discovery Series explores various whisky-making production techniques the brand has practiced over the years. For 2022 Nikka has released a pair of whiskies which focuses on the unique aromas generated by yeast from their two distilleries, Yoichi and Miyagikyo. Each whisky is made using rare, experimental batches from its culture collection. Miyagikyo Aromatic Yeast is bottled without chill-filtration at 47% ABV. Just 2,640 bottles of both expressions are available in the US beginning October 24, 2022. (SRP $274.99)

How it tastes

Measured across 14 flavor axes. Tap a note to find other bottles that lead with it.

Floral 50
Rich 35
Sweet 35
Full Bodied 35
Tart 30
Spicy 30
Fruity 30
Smoky 20

Reviews

Showing the most detailed of 5 parsed reviews.

worldwhiskies95 5.0

Has lots of elements of the 40 year old miyagikyo batch with notes of peaches and apricots in a more balanced and refined way, liked this even more than the yoichi. Nose: Peaches, White Chocolate, Strawberries, Vanilla, Marshmallows, Bubble Gum, Honey, Apricots, Almonds, Whipped Cream, Orange Peels Palate: White Chocolate, Strawberries, Apricots, Bubble Gum, Honey, Pineapples, Luxardo Cherries, Sultanas, Sandalwood, Almonds, Roses Finish: Apricots, Peaches, Honey, Fig Syrup, Luxardo Cherries, Bubble Gum, Strawberries, Almonds, Marshmallows

GoodSpiritsNews 4.8

The nose is even more fruit forward than the Yoichi expression. Think stone fruit, almond, strawberry, and mincemeat pie. The peat here is used to balance the effect and give the overall spirit a darker penumbra. The flavor follows through with these characteristics, adding a peppery, woody and peaty fruit compote finish. This whisky is less subtle than the Yoichi, but nearly as elegant. The addition to the blend of heavier peated whisky adds a more toothsome approach.

whiskeyhead 4.8

Some of the best finishing aroma I’ve ever had, it’s sweet, floral, and milky. Definitely prefer this over the Yoichi aromatic yeast.

ddkkpp 3.8

Wow, really explosive, lots of taste (maybe after 2 mild burbons…?) nice palate - sharp finish that tapers off

markkuma 4.0

Floral sake-like aromas on the nose. Subtle palate with very enjoyable light aromas

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