Nikka 2000 Coffey Grain Cask# 231298

Another Nikka Coffey Grain whisky. This time a 11 year old single cask aged for 11 years. Bottled at 63% cask strength and as of writing this still available in some stores.

• Nose: Oak, dry, water soaked grains, slight sweetness
• Mouth: Oak, raisins, with water a (quality) vodka note comes forth
• Finish: oak, sweet, some raisins again, with water slightly alcoholic again

Comment: Not overly complex but a grain whisky which despite its for a grain whisky young age is quite tasty. I enjoy it more without water despite its high strength.

83 points

Nikka Coffey Grain

To quote the Nikka website: Nikka operates two Coffey stills (named after its inventor Aeneas Coffey) within the Miyagikyo distillery for the elaboration of its grain whiskies. Imported from Scotland in 1963, these old stills yield a distillate with more flavour and depth than modern column stills, imparting a distinct character that defines the house blends. These two unique bottlings showcase the innovative spirit of Nikka.

Bottled in 0,7l bottles at 45% vol. with no age statement. Tasted this together with the Nikka Coffey Malt.

• Nose: Some biting alcohol, light bodied, a little bit raisins, sharp
• Mouth: Creamy or milky..., very grainy taste, light sugar water
• Finish: Alcohol, grain, vodka, light oak influences, short

Comment: I did not enjoy this very much, a strong alcohol flavor more in the vein of new-make. Nikka has much better offerings in that price-range.

73 points

(2014)