Nikka Miyagikyo 10 years old Single Malt Japanese Whisky 70 cl 45%

Nikka Miyagikyo 10 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky 45%

Nikka Miyagikyo is a beautiful example of the elegant, fruity and refined style that the Miyagikyo Distillery in Sendai is known for. Where Yoichi represents power and smoke, Miyagikyo expresses the softer, more aromatic side of Nikka – and the 10‑year edition is one of the most classic interpretations of the distillery’s character.

The whisky is distilled in steam‑heated pot stills, a method that produces a lighter and more delicate spirit. Matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, it develops a balanced profile where fruit, malt and subtle cask notes merge seamlessly without any element taking over.

On the nose, you’re met with ripe apples, peach, pear and floral honey, followed by gentle vanilla, malt and a hint of fresh oak. The palate is silky and harmonious with flavours of light caramel, dried fruit, citrus, malt biscuits and a mild spicy warmth. The sherry casks add depth and a discreet nutty sweetness, while the bourbon casks contribute purity and finesse. The finish is medium‑long, clean and elegant with fruity nuances and a light dryness that rounds everything off.

Nikka Miyagikyo 10 Year Old is a whisky for those who appreciate Japanese precision, balance and finesse. A classic single malt that showcases Miyagikyo’s signature style in its purest and most accessible form – and one that has become increasingly sought‑after as age‑stated editions have grown rare.

Distillery: Miyagikyo (Sendai)
Age: 10 years
Country: Japan
Type: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
ABV: 45%
70 cl
Other: Product of Nikka – from the Miyagikyo Distillery

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