Nikka Coffey Gin
First pour reveals a distinctly citrus-forward aroma. Notes of Amalfi and Meyer lemon zests with a delicate menthol-kissed black pepper note. On the palate, It has a sourness that is tart, yet not astringent whatsoever, and a really acerbic finish. Lemon and orange build at first, suddenly peaking with a burst of lemon zest, and then shiso. emon pith, bitter orange flesh and a touch of bitter tangerine all combine. Bold, zesty white and black peppercorn crunches and wormwood. The finish is exceptionally long. It’s very bitter to me, reminiscent of biting directly into a hop. The citrus tinged bitterness gets very hoppy towards the end. Fans of beers will liken it to an IPA.
From one of the biggest names in the world of Japanese whisky comes their Nikka Coffey Gin, distilled on the very same Coffey Still. Designed by Aeneas Coffey, imported to Japan by Nikka in the 1960s, the still has distilled some legendary whiskys.
Tasting Notes
Unprecedented palate with wonderful sourness in the background and an explosion of lemon zest and orange.
Citrus-forward aroma with hints of Meyer lemons and menthol.
Incredibly long and bitter, IPA like finish.