Nikka 80th Anniversary Pure Malt Whisky - 21 Year Old (70cl · 48% ABV)

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.