The Chita Single Grain vs Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| The Chita Single Grain | Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Grain | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 45% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | Under $50 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Chita Distillery | Miyagikyo Distillery |
| JSLMA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
Category
The Grain
Nikka Grain
ABV
The 43%
Nikka 45%
Age Statement
The NAS
Nikka NAS
Price Tier
The Under $50
Nikka $50 – $100
Distillery
The Chita Distillery
Nikka Miyagikyo Distillery
JSLMA Compliant
The Yes
Nikka Yes
Tasting Notes
| The Chita Single Grain | Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Light and sweet with honey, vanilla, corn, and delicate floral notes. | Sweet corn, vanilla, bourbon like aromas with hints of tropical fruit and coconut. |
| Palate | Smooth and gentle with creamy vanilla, light honey, white pepper, and a clean sweetness. Very light body. | Creamy and sweet with notes of corn, vanilla custard, banana, and a gentle oakiness. Soft and approachable. |
| Finish | Clean and short with a subtle sweetness and hint of mint. | Medium length with lingering sweetness, vanilla, and a touch of spice. |
Nose
The Chita Single Grain
Light and sweet with honey, vanilla, corn, and delicate floral notes.
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Sweet corn, vanilla, bourbon like aromas with hints of tropical fruit and coconut.
Palate
The Chita Single Grain
Smooth and gentle with creamy vanilla, light honey, white pepper, and a clean sweetness. Very light body.
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Creamy and sweet with notes of corn, vanilla custard, banana, and a gentle oakiness. Soft and approachable.
Finish
The Chita Single Grain
Clean and short with a subtle sweetness and hint of mint.
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Medium length with lingering sweetness, vanilla, and a touch of spice.
Key Differences
- • Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky comes in stronger at 45% ABV compared to The Chita Single Grain's 43%.
- • The Chita Single Grain sits in the Under $50 range, while Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky is $50 – $100.
- • They come from different distilleries: Chita Distillery and Miyagikyo Distillery.