Nikka Black 8 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 40 by Martine Nouet and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Martine Nouet Nose Fresh pear, then richer notes quickly develop. Custard, apricot, touch of hazelnut. Hint of pine. Delicate smokiness in the back. Caramel with water. Palate Sweet and flowing. Well balanced. Nutty. Drying on light oak. Finish Medium, firm but retains sweetness. Ginger. Comment Easy-going, well-balanced. To be enjoyed as a refreshment with water and ice.

Dave Broom Nose Clean and soft. Green grass, light vanilla, soft grain. With water, some red fruit. Fresh. Palate Barley sugar. Lightly chewy and soft with some toffee and caramel notes. Good structure. Finish Dry, quite short. Refreshing. Comment A well balanced session drink.