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

Before the distillery was named Miyagikyo, whisky people simply knew it as Sendai - a name that still lives on in the bottle's subtitle.

Expert Description

Nikka Miyagikyo 10 Year (Sendai) is a Single Malt Japanese Whisky, bottled at 45%.

Miyagikyo Distillery was founded in 1969 by Masataka Taketsuru as Nikka's second distillery, called the "lowland distillery" in contrast to the peated "highland distillery" Yoichi. The distillery originally went by the name Sendai, named after the nearby city, before officially changing to Miyagikyo - a name this bottle still honours in its subtitle.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Rich fruit, marzipan and dark chocolate.

Palate

Malt and wood with a tangy, spicy finish.

Finish

Dry vanilla, salt and a slightly tangy tail.

Specifications

Name: Nikka Miyagikyo 10 Year (Sendai)
Distillery: Miyagikyo
Region/Country: Miyagi, Japan
Type: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4904230104728

Flavour Profile

Rich · Malty · Tangy · Elegant

Did You Know?

The name Sendai comes from the nearby major city and is still used informally by many whisky enthusiasts, even though the distillery is officially named Miyagikyo.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nikka Miyagikyo 10 Year (Sendai)

Why is the distillery called both Miyagikyo and Sendai?

Sendai was the original name, taken from the nearby city, before the distillery officially changed to Miyagikyo.

Who founded the distillery?

Masataka Taketsuru founded it in 1969 as Nikka's second distillery.

What are Yoichi and Miyagikyo called internally at Nikka?

Yoichi is called the "highland distillery" and Miyagikyo the "lowland distillery".

How old is this whisky?

It is at least 10 years old.

How strong is Nikka Miyagikyo 10 Year (Sendai)?

It is bottled at 45% ABV.

What does Nikka Miyagikyo 10 Year (Sendai) taste like?

Rich fruit, marzipan, dark chocolate, malt, wood and a tangy, spicy finish.