Nikka Miyagikyo 100th Anniversary Japanese Whisky Finished in Apple Brandy Barrels 750mL is a rare, celebratory release crafted to honor Nikka’s 100th anniversary. This limited-edition single malt comes from the Miyagikyo Distillery—known for its elegant, fruit-forward style—and undergoes a special finishing period in apple brandy barrels, paying homage to Masataka Taketsuru’s early apple wine business that helped launch Nikka in 1934.

The apple brandy cask influence enhances Miyagikyo’s soft, floral character with bright layers of baked apple, honey, vanilla, orchard fruit, spice, and gentle oak, creating a beautifully rounded expression that is both nostalgic and innovative. As one of the most anticipated anniversary releases, this bottle is highly collectible and treasured by Japanese whisky enthusiasts worldwide.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Baked apple, pear, floral notes, vanilla, light oak, subtle spice

• Palate: Honeyed malt, apple brandy sweetness, apricot, vanilla cream, soft spice, delicate fruit layers

• Finish: Smooth, warm, fruity with lingering apple, malt sweetness, and gentle oak

FAQs

• What makes this Miyagikyo release special?
It is a 100th Anniversary limited edition finished in apple brandy barrels, referencing Nikka’s historical roots.

• Does it taste like apple?
Yes — expect baked apple and apple brandy sweetness, balanced by classic Miyagikyo fruit and malt notes.

• Is it smoky?
No — Miyagikyo is known for its soft, non-peated profile.

• Is this bottle collectible?
Extremely — as a limited-edition anniversary release, it is highly sought after by collectors.

• What is the ABV?
Typically bottled at 48% ABV, offering rich flavor with a refined, elegant finish.

• How should I drink it?
Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open the layered fruit and brandy-cask notes.