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Nikka Whisky's two unique distilleries: Yoichi and Miyagikyo

Yoichi Distillery was establised in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, he was the first Japanese who mastered whisky making in Scotland, valued the climate and natural features of the north. Yoichi, the place chosen by Masataka was close to the sea, surrounded by mountains on three sides and in many ways similar to Highland in Scotland. Masataka set a pot still using direct coal-fire when he built the Yoichi Distillery. This traditional coal-fired distillation is hardly seen today as it is difficult to control temperature and requires highly skilled craftsmen. The characteristics of Yoichi Single Malt such boldness and toasty burnt flavors are unique features of this distillation.

Miyagikyo Distillery was establised in 1969, Masataka came across a beautiful foggy glen surrounded by Norther mountains and at a junction of two clean rivers. Once he tried the water from one of the rivers, which is now the water source, he was so impressed and immediately decided to build a distillery there.  Along with the different terroir, the different distillation method of Miyagikyo creates distinctive malt whiskies.  He used a different technique to Yoichi, and this different distillation method results in soft and floral characteristics in Miyagikyo Single Malt.

A bottle of Nikka Single Malt Whisky 12 years old with its matching light gray packaging box, displayed on a clean white background. A vintage bottling from the Miyagikyo Distillery labelled as "Sendai Miyagikyo" and likely to have been released between late 1990s and mid 2000s. (though the code on the back label confirms the bottling date to be perhaps 2006). In 2015 Nikka discontinued all aged Miyagikyo expressions due to aged stock shortage. Available at Mizunara The Shop in Hong Kong
Miyagikyo 12 Years Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky (Vintage Bottling)

Miyagikyo 12 Years Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky (Vintage Bottling)

HK$6,890.00

The oldest aged whisky from the Miyagikyo range, this has already been discontinued. Produced from mild and virtually unpeated malt, this whisky starts off with apples and sweet oranges with oaky/earthy notes. The location for the Miyagikyo distillery was chosen for its high humidity levels.
Miyagikyo 15 Years Single Malt Whisky, The oldest aged whisky from the Miyagikyo range, this has already been discontinued. Produced from mild and virtually unpeated malt, this whisky starts off with apples and sweet oranges with oaky/earthy notes. The location for the Miyagikyo distillery was chosen for its high humidity levels.

Miyagikyo 15 Years Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$7,590.00

Released in 2017, this set of two bottles includes a Yoichi Single Malt and a Miyagikyo Single Malt finished in Caribbean Rum casks. The Yoichi Single Malt retains its original characteristic pleasant peat, gentle smokiness and briny notes combined with additional sweetness on the palate and a bitter chocolate finish. The Miyagikyo Single Malt benefits from a caramelized sweetness and spiciness on the finish while keeping its usual fresh fruitiness and distinctive aroma with strong Sherry Cask notes. Only 3
Yoichi and Miyagikyo Japanese Single Malt Whisky Rum Wood Finish Set Mizunara The Shop HK

Nikka Yoichi and Miyagikyo 2017 Rum Wood Finish Japanese Single Malt Whisky Set

HK$7,990.00

Yoichi 15 Years Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky is matured for 15 years in a combination of American oak and possibly sherry casks, enhancing its complexity and depth of flavor. Whisky Fun scores it at 87 points. A very bold & complex whisky with a long finish. Nose: rich aromas of dried fruits like figs and raisins, honey, and vanilla, complemented by smoke and subtle spice. Palate: a harmonious blend of fruitiness, sweet malt, and oak, with layers of spice and a hint of peat, resulting in a full-bodi
Yoichi 15 Years Old Single Malt Whisky, Jim Murray in Whisky Magazine, Dec 2000 rated this whisky 9.5/10. Whisky Fun scores it at 87 points. A very bold & complex whisky with a long finish.

Yoichi 15 Years Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$8,590.00

A non-chill filtered and higher ABV (48% vs. the usual 43% for the Taketsuru 21 Years which has also been since discontinued) bottling to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Nikka Whisky. Released in 2014, this is a rare bottling to come by. 
A non-chill filtered and higher ABV (48% vs. the usual 43% for the Taketsuru 21 Years which has also been since discontinued) bottling to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Nikka Whisky. Released in 2014, this is a rare bottling to come by. Please note that no box is available.

Nikka Taketsuru 21 Years Old Pure Malt Whisky 80th Anniversary 2014 Release

HK$8,590.00

The oldest aged whisky from the Miyagikyo range, this has already been discontinued. Produced from mild and virtually unpeated malt, this whisky starts off with apples and sweet oranges with oaky/earthy notes. The location for the Miyagikyo distillery was chosen for its high humidity levels. This particular bottling (estimated from around 2000s) has "Miyagikyou" on its label as opposed to later bottlings which spell it as "Miyagikyo". 
Miyagikyo 15 Years "Miyagikyou" Single Malt Japanese Whisky (Discontinued Older Bottling)

Miyagikyo 15 Years Old "Miyagikyou" Single Malt Japanese Whisky (Discontinued Older Bottling)

HK$8,590.00

A vintage/discontinued bottling from Nikka using malt whisky from Yoichi. Nikka Hokkaido 12 Years Pure Malt Japanese Whisky is a refined expression from Nikka Whisky, aged for 12 years in a mix of American oak and sherry casks. It features inviting aromas of dried fruits, honey, and subtle smokiness, with a smooth palate of sweet malt, fruitiness, and spice, leading to a warm finish.
Nikka Hokkaido 12 Years Pure Malt Whisky, A vintage/discontinued bottling from Nikka using malt whisky from Yoichi.

Nikka Hokkaido 12 Years Pure Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$8,790.00

Nikka Miyagikyo 12 Years Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky with white gift box featuring 宮城峡 kanji – part of the Nikka Key Malts 3 Bottle Set, distilled at Miyagikyo Distillery Sendai Japan | 一甲宮城峽12年單一麥芽日本威士忌 宮城峽蒸餾所 仙台 三瓶套裝
Nikka Miyagikyo Single Malt 3 Bottle Set, Mizunara the shop Hong Kong. This set features 3 key malts from Miyagikyo Distillery, each bringing unique flavours on its own. Fruity & Rich, Sherry & Sweet, Malty & Soft. 

Nikka Miyagikyo Key Malts 3 Bottle Set Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$8,990.00

A rare 10 Year Old Single Cask
A rare 10 Year Old Single Cask

余市原酒 Nikka Yoichi 10 Years Old Single Cask #407508 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$12,790.00

A rare 10 Year Old Single Cask
A rare 10 Year Old Single Cask

余市原酒 Nikka Yoichi 10 Years Old Single Cask #408509 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$12,790.00

First introduced in 2012, this excellently aged malt whisky combines the flavours of peated and sherried whiskies from Yoichi & Miyagikyo. A rare find, since it has now been discontinued.
Nikka Taketsuru 25 Years Old Pure Malt Whisky, First introduced in 2012, this excellently aged malt whisky combines the flavours of peated and sherried whiskies from Yoichi & Miyagikyo. A rare find, since it has now been discontinued.

Nikka Taketsuru 25 Years Old Pure Malt Whisky

HK$15,590.00

Distilled on 20.06.2009 and Bottled on 28.10.2019, this is a 10 Year Old Single Cask
Nikka Miyagikyo 2009 Single Cask 10 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Nikka Miyagikyo 2009 Single Cask 10 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$15,890.00

This is oldest age statement from Yoichi bottled at an impressive 52% ABV. Yoichi 20 Years Old Single Malt is on longer in production, it remains an iconic representation of the Yoichi Distillery's craftsmanship. Rated 91+ on Whiskybase across 75 votes. Received a Gold Medal in 2016 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC), Double Gold Medal in 2017 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Best Japanese Single Malt in 2018 World Whisky Awards.
Yoichi 20 Years Old Single Malt Whisky, 95 points from Jim Murray's Whisky Bible, this is oldest age statement from Yoichi bottled at an impressive 52% ABV.

Yoichi 20 Years Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky (Discontinued)

HK$17,990.00

The Nikka Yoichi Heavily Peated, released in September 2015 with only 3,000 bottles produced, focuses on peat, showcasing the intense character of the Yoichi Distillery through its robust flavors. The Nikka Miyagikyo Sherry Cask also released in September 2015 and limited to 3,000 bottles, features a blend of whiskies aged in sherry casks. Known for their sweetness and fruity aromas, Miyagikyo's whiskies benefit from the unique sweetness imparted by these barrels.
Yoichi Single Malt Japanese Whisky and Miyagikyo whisky Set Mizunara The Shop Hong Kong

Nikka Yoichi Heavily Peated and Miyagikyo 2015 Sherry Japanese Single Malt Whisky Set

HK$19,890.00

Nikka Miyagikyo 1999 Single Cask
A 1999 vintage single cask Japanese whisky from Nikka Miyagikyo distillery. It was aged in Cask

Nikka Miyagikyo 1999 Single Cask#300092 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$22,990.00

This rare whisky comprises four different types of malt distilled in 1990 at Miyagikyo distillery and aged for 20 years. Fruity aroma, an array of sweet flavours and a smooth soft finish. 3500 bottles were released in 2010.
Nikka Whisky Single Malt Miyagikyo 1990 Mizunara The Shop HK

Nikka Miyagikyo 20 years OId 1990 Single Malt Japanese Whisky

HK$30,190.00

This rare whisky comprises four different types of malt distilled in 1990 at the Yoichi distillery and aged for 20 years. A rich and deep aroma with a lasting peaty character and a distinctive dry finish. 3500 bottles were released in 2010. Yoichi Distillery, founded by Masataka Taketsuru (who studied whisky-making in Scotland) in the small town of Yoichi, Hokkaido, is renowned for its commitment to traditional Japanese's whisky-making methods, particularly its use of coal-fired pot stills. This unique dis
Yoichi Single Malt japanese Whisky 1990 Vintage 20 years old Mizunara The Shop HK

Nikka Yoichi 20 years OId 1990 Japanese Single Malt Whisky

HK$34,990.00

The Taketsuru range of bottlings usually use malts produced at Nikka's Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries. However, this 35 Year Old released in 2001 is likely to be predominantly include whisky from the Yoichi Distillery. It is one of the oldest & rare bottlings available (700 bottles were released in 2001) with whiskies which were distilled in 1965 or earlier. Originally such releases were focused on the Japan market only.
Nikka Taketsuru Japanese Whisky Aged 35 Year Old available at Mizunara The Shop Hong Kong 2001 Release

Nikka Whisky Taketsuru 2001 Release 35 Years Old Japanese Whisky

HK$59,890.00