{"product_id":"nikka-yoichi-1980s-50cl","title":"Nikka - Yoichi (1980s) 50cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eYoichi 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Details\u003cbr\u003e- Distillery: Yoichi (Nikka)\u003cbr\u003e- Country\/Region: Japan, Hokkaido\u003cbr\u003e- Style: Single malt Japanese whisky\u003cbr\u003e- Bottler: Official\u003cbr\u003e- Edition: Yoichi 1980’s (1980–1989 distillates)\u003cbr\u003e- ABV: 52%\u003cbr\u003e- Bottle Size: 50cl (half size)\u003cbr\u003e- Lot Reference: #1260863 (finish date noted as 31 May 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes (typical profile for mature, high-strength Yoichi)\u003cbr\u003eNose: Coastal air, citrus peel and orchard fruit, with sootier smoke, toasted nuts and a hint of leather.\u003cbr\u003ePalate: Powerful and oily — malt sweetness, peppery spice and charred oak, with maritime salinity and a smoky, slightly savoury edge.\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Long, warming and drying, with lingering smoke, salt, citrus and oak spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Bottle Is Worth Bidding On\u003cbr\u003e- A decade-defined Yoichi release using only 1980–1989 distillates: a strong collector hook and a genuine “time capsule” style bottling.\u003cbr\u003e- Official single malt Yoichi at 52% ABV is firmly in enthusiast territory, with intensity that tends to translate well in auction demand.\u003cbr\u003e- Yoichi’s reputation (Hokkaido coastal maturation and coal-fired distillation) makes these older-style releases especially prized when they appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition \/ Notes for Buyers\u003cbr\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskys Auction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53887300731217,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/4028\/1681\/files\/F757D67E-DD21-41AB-9252-7DAEC43A4D0B.jpg?v=1780042684","url":"https:\/\/whiskysauction.co.uk\/products\/nikka-yoichi-1980s-50cl","provider":"Whiskys Auction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}