- Nose: 21 Palate: 21 Finish: 20 Balance: 21 Total: 83
- Nose: Vanilla, light
- Palate: Light body. Vanilla.
- Finish: Short
- Type: Blend
- Age: NAS
- ABV: 40%
- Distiller: Nikka
- Where made: JAPAN
- Region: Japan
- Approximate Price: $50
- Value: GOOD
Tasted this as Day 7 of The Saratoga Whiskey Club Advent Calendar 2020. Every day is a new adventure with a blind tasting, where we each try to guess the country of origin, the type and age of the whisk(e)y, the ABV, and the distillery, followed by a reveal at 9PM. From Nikka: Both the flavors and appearance of Nikka Days were designed to highlight the bright side of whisky and whisky consumption. The blend is structured by the mellow and smooth Coffey Grain Whisky and aromatic non-peated Miyagikyo malts, along with a touch of Coffey Malt Whisky and Yoichi malts to enhance the bright sweetness and rich body. The complex and delicate blend results in an extremely silky mouthfeel, with fruity and floral flavors that rise and expand, leaving behind a delightful aftertaste. “As the name suggests, Nikka Days has been developed for whisky lovers who appreciate fine drinks on any casual day,” says Emiko Kaji, Nikka Whisky international business development manager. “This elegant whisky can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, in a simple highball or refreshing cocktail. We hope that Nikka Days will complement and elevate your day.” Photo courtesy of Charles Grabitzky.