Nikka - Yoichi (1980s) 50cl

Yoichi 1980’s (Nikka, 50cl) is a sought-after official single malt from Nikka’s Yoichi distillery, composed exclusively of malt distilled between 1980 and 1989. Bottled at a bold 52% ABV, it’s a great snapshot of “classic era” Yoichi: coastal, firm, and characterful, with the distillery’s traditional production methods (including coal-fired distillation) adding extra weight and depth. For collectors, the decade-vatting concept and limited-style presentation make it a particularly desirable bottle.

Key Details
- Distillery: Yoichi (Nikka)
- Country/Region: Japan, Hokkaido
- Style: Single malt Japanese whisky
- Bottler: Official
- Edition: Yoichi 1980’s (1980–1989 distillates)
- ABV: 52%
- Bottle Size: 50cl (half size)
- Lot Reference: #1260863 (finish date noted as 31 May 2024)

Tasting Notes (typical profile for mature, high-strength Yoichi)
Nose: Coastal air, citrus peel and orchard fruit, with sootier smoke, toasted nuts and a hint of leather.
Palate: Powerful and oily — malt sweetness, peppery spice and charred oak, with maritime salinity and a smoky, slightly savoury edge.
Finish: Long, warming and drying, with lingering smoke, salt, citrus and oak spice.

Why This Bottle Is Worth Bidding On
- A decade-defined Yoichi release using only 1980–1989 distillates: a strong collector hook and a genuine “time capsule” style bottling.
- Official single malt Yoichi at 52% ABV is firmly in enthusiast territory, with intensity that tends to translate well in auction demand.
- Yoichi’s reputation (Hokkaido coastal maturation and coal-fired distillation) makes these older-style releases especially prized when they appear.

Condition / Notes for Buyers
Please check photos for fill level, label condition and cap/capsule integrity. If any original box/carton is included, it’s worth stating clearly, as completeness can materially affect buyer confidence and bidding.