Released to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Nikka, this special edition of Taketsuru 21 Year Old is non-chill filtered, which has resulted in a welcome raise in abv to 48%.
Nikka’s blended malt is named after Nikka’s founder – Masataka Taketsuru.
Key Details: - Producer: Nikka - Country: Japan - Expression: 21 Year Old – (80th Anniversary) - Style: Japanese Whisky (malt-led blend typical of Nikka’s 21-year profile) - Age: 21 Years - Finish: - ABV: 48% - Bottle Size: 70cl - Packaging: Bottle only (no box) - Condition: Bottle in excellent condition; label and capsule clean
Tasting Notes: - Nose: Dried apricot, sultana, and orange marmalade with honey, toasted nuts, and elegant oak. - Palate: Silky and complex—dark fruits, toffee, and vanilla layered with Madeira-led nuttiness, gentle spice, and refined tannin. - Finish: Long and graceful with lingering fruit cake, cocoa, and polished oak sweetness.
Why Collect This Bottle: - Anniversary Release: Commemorative 80th Anniversary bottling with limited availability. - 21-Year Maturity: Deep integration and balance across fruit, oak, and spice. - Madeira Finish: Adds nuanced red-fruit and nutty complexity. - Collector Pedigree: Part of Nikka’s esteemed 21-year family with strong secondary-market demand.
Seller Notes: - Stored upright in a cool, dark, climate-controlled environment. - Fill level: high/into neck; capsule/closure intact. - Bottle only—no original box; label and glass in excellent condition with minimal handling marks.
Bidder Confidence: - Authenticity assured. - Professional, secure packaging for shipping. - International shipping available; buyer responsible for local duties and taxes.
