The small, square bottle that contains Nikka's Whiskey From the Barrel is a permanent fixture in countless bars around the world – it is probably one of the most popular Japanese whiskeys on the market. It was launched by Takeshi Taketsuru in 1985, and the point was to give the consumer the same experience as the master blender has when he tastes the whiskey directly from the cask. Although not quite cask strength (51.4%), such a high percentage was completely unheard of at the time in Japan! Today, it is not unusual for high percentages in Japanese whisky, but From the Barrel has become a classic, which is still at the top in terms of quality.
Aromas of brioche, mint, orange peel, walnuts and caramel. The palate is a bit oily with notes of caramel, butter, cinnamon sugar and stone fruit.