Nikka Frontier” was developed on the occasion of the 90th anniversary of Nikka Whisky’s founding, with the intention of returning to the basics and passing on to future generations the frontier spirit of the company’s founder, Masataka Taketsuru, who pioneered the history of whisky in Japan.
By using the heavy peat malt base from the Yoichi distillery, where the company was founded, as the key malt, and by blending malt whisky at a ratio of 51% or more, even though it is a blended whisky, the rich malt aroma and pleasant smoky flavor can be enjoyed. In general, whisky production involves “cold filtration” to prevent the formation of cloudy and lees, but this product is “non-chill filtered” at room temperature, which allows a rich aroma and a complex flavor to be experienced, while retaining a rich flavor component. The bottle is designed to show the full range of liquid colors.
The bottle has a simple design that shows the full liquid color. The front of the bottle features a large “N” in the same font as the corporate logo “NIKKA WHISKY” in the center, and the “Nikka emblem” is applied to the cap seal. On the back side, a design of a sacred straw rope is engraved. This design is derived from the fact that Masataka Taketsuru’s family of birth was a sake brewer, and the distillery’s pot still is covered with a shimenawa, expressing the founder’s passion for whisky making.
Tasting Notes
Aroma
Fruity aroma reminiscent of oak maturation and marmalade,
The nose has a firm malt aroma and a pleasant smokiness.
Taste
Smooth and full-bodied,
The sweetness of the ripe fruit is complemented by the peat bitterness.
Lingering
Lingering sweetness with soft oak.
Reference: NIKKA FRONTIER｜Products｜NIKKA WHISKY
At “BAR SHINKAI”, we serve it in small quantities such as 45ml: 1,100 yen per glass, 30ml: 770 yen per glass, etc.
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