Nikka Gold & Gold Saporo Winter Olympics 1972 Single Malt Japanese Whisky 76cl

Nikka Gold & Gold Saporo Winter Olympics 1972 Single Malt Japanese Whisky 76cl

Nikka was founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, a former Suntory employee who had studied at the University of Glasgow, and later trained as a blender at the now lost Hazelburn distillery in Campbeltown. Taketsuru opened the Yoichi distillery in the same year as establishing the company, followed by the Nishinomaya and Miyagikyo distilleries in 1959 and 1969, respectively. Since 1989 the company has also has also had a stake in the Scotch whisky industry after they purchased the struggling Ben Nevis distillery. Today they are one of the largest whisky producers in Japan.

Nikka's Gold & Gold was originally only available in the Japanese duty free market. This limited edition was produced to celebrate the Sapporo '72 Winter Olympics

Tasting Notes 

Nose : Impressive and charming nose.

Palate : An explosion of delicate flavours, nice and delightful mouthfeel. 

Finish : Peppery warmth on the finish. 

About Nikka 

Whisky is a Japanese company, founded in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru – the "Father of Japanese Whisky" – after he studied distilling in Scotland. The brand is known for its two distilleries, the maritime-style Yoichi and the more delicate Miyagikyo, which produce a wide range of single malt and blended whiskies. Nikka blends Scotch-inspired techniques with Japanese precision, creating whiskies renowned for their complexity, balance, and unique character influenced by their distinct environments. 

43% ABV

76cl