This is a blend of multiple types of malt and grain that Nikka reserves. Nikka From the Barrel was created to deliver full flavors and richness of whisky "from barrels" which only blenders can sniff and taste. As the whisky contains so many characteristic components at a higher alcohol of 51.4%, it is essential to let the liquid "marriage" in used casks for 3-6 months for it to stabilize and harmonize. The concept of the unique short squared bottle is "a small lump of whisky", which perfectly visualizes the rich and strong taste of the whisky inside.

From FROM THE BARREL -NIKKA Official Site

Really strong, sweet, full-bodied blended whisky. Once you try, you will fall in love with this cute bottle.

Smell: A little bit smoky, sweet dried fruit preserved in strong sweet liquor.

Taste: High alcohol content, over 50 degree, but very easy to drink. Very sweet and mellow.

Drinking this whisky at one bar where many foreign traveler enjoyed drinking and chat. I tried talking one of them, who came from the U.S.A. "Would you like to try this?" And he did. He said "Oh! Strong. But Good!". I hope he can drink this in the U.S.A.

I love drinking whisky while looking at the ocean.