Nikka Pure Malt Black Whisky 50cl
Brand: Nikka | Category: Japanese Pure Malt Whisky | ABV: 43% | Origin: Japan | Vol: 500ml

Intro/Heritage:
This isn’t just a bottle, it’s a chapter from the legacy of Masataka Taketsuru, the father of Japanese whisky. Nikka Pure Malt Black stands at the intersection of elegance and smoke, drawing from the highlands of Yoichi and the finesse of Miyagikyo. It’s for those who appreciate depth, not noise, complexity, not chaos.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Subtle but inviting, hints of charcoal embers and dark fruit wrapped in toffee and gentle spice. Like the calm before a storm, it teases layers beneath the surface.
Palate: Refined and rounded. A perfect dance of soft peat smoke, bittersweet cocoa, stewed plum, and malt sweetness. It flows like silk with a touch of fire underneath.
Finish: Medium-long and warming, with peppery oak, roasted nuts, and a final breath of smoke that lingers like a closing line in a haiku.

Production Details:
A blend of single malts from Nikka’s two iconic distilleries: Yoichi (known for its bold, peated style) and Miyagikyo (lighter, floral, elegant). Non-age-stated but matured with purpose, it offers a layered, well-integrated experience that punches above its weight in complexity.

Perfect For:
Those post-midnight pours, jazz in the background, thoughts running deep. It’s the kind of whisky you pour when you want to listen, not just drink.

Expert Notes:
A cult favorite among Japanese whisky collectors, Pure Malt Black is often praised for delivering the elusive balance of smoke and subtlety. Nikka’s commitment to purity, using only malt whiskies, gives it structure and soul.

Customer Reviews:
🗣️ "It’s like if Yoichi put on a tuxedo — bold but impeccably polished."
🗣️ "Tiny bottle, big character. Don’t let the 50cl size fool you."
🗣️ "Smoky, nutty, elegant. I buy one every time I see it."

Interesting Fact:
Masataka Taketsuru studied whisky-making in Scotland before founding Nikka in 1934. This bottle is a tribute to both his heritage and his vision, a harmonious blend of East and West.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to appreciate its complexity, or with a few drops of cold water to unlock deeper layers of fruit and oak. Pair it with dark chocolate or lightly smoked cheese for a flavor echo that lingers beautifully.

Distillery Background:
Nikka owns two of Japan’s most respected distilleries: Yoichi in Hokkaido, where sea air and coal-fired stills shape bold profiles, and Miyagikyo near Sendai, where delicate fruit-forward styles emerge. This whisky bridges both, a true reflection of Taketsuru’s dual legacy.