Nikka FRONTIER Blended Whisky 48% Vol. 0,5l in Giftbox

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<p>The Nikka FRONTIER Blended Whisky 48% Vol. 0.5 l + GB is a modern bottling from the renowned Japanese whisky distillery Nikka Whisky and was first introduced in Japan in 2024 to celebrate the company's 90th anniversary. This edition is a tribute to the pioneering spirit of company founder Masataka Taketsuru, who is considered the father of the Japanese whisky industry. Taketsuru traveled to Scotland in 1918 to learn the traditional art of whisky making. On his return to Japan, he combined this knowledge with Japanese precision and thus laid the foundations for authentic Japanese whisky production, which today enjoys worldwide recognition. The Nikka Frontier Blended Whisky follows this tradition and combines classic craftsmanship with a modern, accessible style.<br><br>The basis of this Japanese blended whisky is a high proportion of peated single malt from the Yoichi distillery, Nikka's first distillery. In total, the blend consists of more than 51% different malt whiskies, which gives the whisky a pronounced malty depth and aromatic complexity. The composition is complemented by in-house Coffey grain whiskies, which provide additional balance and a smooth structure. The Nikka Frontier Whisky is bottled at a strong 48% vol. without chill-filtration, which preserves its natural character particularly well. The striking 500 ml bottle underlines the modern style of the bottling. The design picks up on the "N" from the Nikka logo and features a relief motif of the shimenawa, a traditional Japanese rice straw ribbon that is attached to shrines and refers to Taketsuru's family roots in sake brewing.</p>