Nikka Coffey Gin
Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. (Asahi Group) · Miyagikyo Distillery
The story of Nikka begins with Masataka Taketsuru, who sailed from Japan to Scotland in 1918 to learn whisky-making — returning home to found Japan's most respected distillery.
Nose
Vibrant yuzu and grapefruit citrus burst from the glass, layered over fresh juniper, a tingle of sanshō pepper, and the subtle woody warmth of hinoki.
Palate
Silky and rounded from the Coffey still distillation, with bright citrus and green juniper giving way to a delicate spice and a unique sweetness from the apple botanical.
Finish
Clean and aromatic, with lingering citrus zest, gentle pepper warmth, and a whisper of hinoki that distinguishes this from any Western gin.
- Botanicals
- Juniper, Japanese citrus (yuzu, kabosu, amanatsu, shequasar), sanshō pepper, hinoki wood, apple
- Base Spirit
- Corn and malted barley spirit
- Distillation
- Continuous distillation through Coffey (column) stills
Cocktail Suggestion
The Taketsuru G&T: Fill a large balloon glass with ice and add 2 oz Nikka Coffey Gin. Top with 4 oz premium tonic water. Garnish with a thin slice of yuzu or grapefruit and a small sprig of shiso leaf.
Food Pairing
Hamachi crudo with yuzu ponzu and microgreens.
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