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Miyagikyo Single Malt Whisky

Miyagikyo Rum Wood Finish

Miyagikyo

Miyagi Prefecture, Tohoku · Japan

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Whisky Information

ABV
46%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Miyagikyo
Bottling Year
2017
Cask Types
Rum Cask Finish

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€372.15(2024-08-30)

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Miyagikyo Distillery, nestled in the verdant hills of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, represents the visionary expansion of Nikka Whisky, founded in 1969 by Masataka Taketsuru, the father of Japanese whisky. Contrasting sharply with the robust, maritime-influenced Yoichi Distillery in Hokkaido, Miyagikyo was deliberately sited to produce a delicate, fruity, and elegant Highland-style whisky. The distillery benefits from pristine soft water sourced from the Nikkawa and Hirose Rivers, and employs a combination of traditional copper pot stills and innovative Coffey stills, enabling production of both single malt and grain whiskies. Miyagikyo's whiskies are characterized by their refined floral aromas, stone fruit notes, and honeyed complexity, achieved through precise fermentation and slow distillation. These spirits form the sophisticated core of Nikka's premium blends, including the acclaimed Nikka From The Barrel, while its single malt expressions showcase the distillery's graceful, approachable style that has become essential to Nikka's balanced portfolio.
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Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Bruce Stevens

Bruce Stevens

May 12, 2026, 19:51:24

Blimey, this whisky's got some serious depth. First, a wave of smoky peat hits ya – like a cozy campfire. 🏕️ Then, buttery smoothness, with hints of dried fruit and a touch of spice. Goes down easy, no burn. Top stuff! 👌

Evelyn Ellis

Evelyn Ellis

May 12, 2026, 07:52:51

Just had a proper dram, innit? Smokey start with a hint of citrus – lemony zing, like. Then it mellows right out, all smooth n' honeyed. 🍯🥃 Bit of vanilla in there too, makes it dead nice. Goes down a treat on a cold night, warms ya up. ❄️🔥 Finish is long, with a touch of oak and a whisper of spice. Cheers to that! 👍😊 Sometimes I reckon I taste toffee, but that might just be me. Still, top stuff for a relaxing eve. 🛋️

Isobel Mitchell

Isobel Mitchell

Apr 25, 2026, 19:19:39

Right then, had a wee dram tonight. 🥃 Nose is lovly, dried fruits and hint of orange. 🍊 Tasteing smooth, honeyish with a bit of spice. Finish lingers like burning leaves. 🍂 Proper cosy feel, perfect for a rainy eveing. 🌧️ Bit of water helps it breathe. Cheers mate! 🍻

Oscar Holmes

Oscar Holmes

Apr 15, 2026, 23:49:45

Right, had a wee dram of this earlier 🥃. Nose is proper sweet, like honey and maybe some dried fruits? 🍯 Taste kicks in warm, spicy but not too much. Got a bit of oak underneath. Finish lingers nicely... makes you wana sit by the fire 🔥. Smooth enough for a Tuesday night. Might be a litle young but enjoyable nonetheless. Cheers! 🍻

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