{"product_id":"nikka-taketsuru-21-year-old-pure-malt-japanese-whisky","title":"Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old Pure Malt Japanese Whisky","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTaketsuru 21 Year: Nikka's Most Decorated Pure Malt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNikka Taketsuru 21 Year Pure Malt was the pride of Masataka Taketsuru himself, the founder of Nikka Whisky widely credited as the father of Japanese whisky. Taketsuru trained in Scotland before returning home to build Japan's whisky industry from the ground up, and this Pure Malt series stands as the company's lasting tribute to him. Among its age-stated releases, the 21 Year sits at the top, one of Nikka's oldest and most celebrated expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Is Made\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis whisky is a blend of single malts from both of Nikka's distilleries, Yoichi and Miyagikyo, matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and sherry barrels for a minimum of 21 years. The heavier presence of sherry-aged malt in this particular blend gives it a richer, more layered character than its younger siblings in the Taketsuru range, adding genuine depth without losing the balance the series is known for. It's bottled at 43% ABV, and was voted the World's Best Blended Malt in 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plenty of oak influence with notes of prunes and soy sauce, layered with cocoa, espresso, caramel, and a touch of anise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark sherry sweetness with figs, black pepper, warm spices, ground ginger, mixed peel, and hints of marmalade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, with a well-balanced oaky grip and lingering spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe cocoa and espresso character in Taketsuru 21 Year pairs beautifully with a dark chocolate torte, dried figs, or a spiced fruitcake. Its warm ginger and marmalade notes also complement aged Gouda or a good cigar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTaketsuru 21 Year is best enjoyed neat in a tulip-shaped glass, giving its layered sherry, spice, and oak character room to fully unfold. This is a whisky built for a quiet, unhurried pour rather than mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho was Masataka Taketsuru?\u003c\/strong\u003e The founder of Nikka Whisky, trained in Scotland, and widely regarded as the father of Japanese whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich distilleries contribute to this blend?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yoichi and Miyagikyo, Nikka's two whisky distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is this whisky?\u003c\/strong\u003e 43% ABV (86 proof).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHas this whisky won any awards?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it was voted World's Best Blended Malt in 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLooking for more from this legendary Japanese whisky house? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/nikka\"\u003eShop the full Nikka collection\u003c\/a\u003e for Yoichi, Miyagikyo, and other Taketsuru expressions, or browse our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/collections\/japanese-whiskey\"\u003eJapanese Whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more from Japan's top distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Quality Liquor Store Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt Quality Liquor Store, we guarantee the authenticity and quality of every bottle we sell. All of our products are sourced directly from authorized distributors, and every order is carefully packaged to arrive safely at your door. Shop with confidence knowing your whisky is in good hands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50557535813890,"sku":"LWisk-00795","price":399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/3289\/2418\/files\/nikka-taketsuru-21-year.jpg?v=1790729199","url":"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/es\/products\/nikka-taketsuru-21-year-old-pure-malt-japanese-whisky","provider":"Quality Liquor Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}