Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky 750mL

Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky

Single Grain Whisky | 45% ABV (90 Proof) | 750 mL

Process & Profile

Nikka Coffey Malt is distilled entirely from 100% malted barley using their traditional column-based Coffey stills—originally imported from Scotland and Ireland in the 1960s. While technically a grain whisky due to the use of a Coffey still, it retains the complexity of a malt whisky. Matured in refill American oak casks, this Japanese expression showcases a rich, silky mouthfeel resulting from its continuous distillation process.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Soft barley sugar and vanilla with delicate lemon cake and nutmeg
Palate: Abundant chocolate and caramel-forward notes, layered with banana bread, honeyed malt, coconut, and a hint of dried orchard fruit
Finish: Smooth and medium-length with lingering butterscotch, pear, caramel, and a trace of oak warmth

What Makes It Special

• Crafted using 100% malted barley in Coffey stills for a hybrid malt/grain flavor profile

• Column distillation delivers creamy texture and sweetness uncommon in pot-still malts

• Aged in refill American oak to emphasize grain character over heavy wood influence

• Blurs lines between grain and malt whisky, offering a unique tasting experience

• Frequently praised as a standout value Japanese whisky thanks to its distinctive flavor

How to Enjoy

Serve neat or with a few drops of water in a Glencairn glass to reveal the full malt-sweet spectrum. It also brings creamy complexity to malt-forward cocktails like a Rob Roy.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is it made from malted barley?
   Yes—100% malted barley.

2. Why is it called “grain” whisky?
   Because it’s distilled in a continuous Coffey still, not a pot still.

3. What proof is it?
   90 proof (45% ABV).

4. Is it aged in oak?
   Yes, in refill American oak casks.

5. Does it qualify as Japanese whisky?
   Under current rules, no—but production and aging take place entirely in Japan.

6. Is it sweet?
   Yes—it’s known for its rich malt sweetness and dessert-like character.