Fuji Single Grain Whisky 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
| Fuji Single Grain Whisky | Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Grain | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 45% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Fuji Gotemba Distillery | Miyagikyo Distillery |
| JSLMA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
Category
Fuji Grain
Nikka Grain
ABV
Fuji 46%
Nikka 45%
Age Statement
Fuji NAS
Nikka NAS
Price Tier
Fuji $50 – $100
Nikka $50 – $100
Distillery
Fuji Fuji Gotemba Distillery
Nikka Miyagikyo Distillery
JSLMA Compliant
Fuji Yes
Nikka Yes
Tasting Notes
| Fuji Single Grain Whisky | Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Sweet vanilla, coconut, butterscotch, and hints of tropical fruit with delicate floral notes. | Sweet corn, vanilla, bourbon like aromas with hints of tropical fruit and coconut. |
| Palate | Creamy and rich with bourbon like sweetness, caramel, vanilla, and a touch of citrus. Silky mouthfeel. | Creamy and sweet with notes of corn, vanilla custard, banana, and a gentle oakiness. Soft and approachable. |
| Finish | Medium length with lingering vanilla, gentle oak, and a clean sweetness. | Medium length with lingering sweetness, vanilla, and a touch of spice. |
Nose
Fuji Single Grain Whisky
Sweet vanilla, coconut, butterscotch, and hints of tropical fruit with delicate floral notes.
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Sweet corn, vanilla, bourbon like aromas with hints of tropical fruit and coconut.
Palate
Fuji Single Grain Whisky
Creamy and rich with bourbon like sweetness, caramel, vanilla, and a touch of citrus. Silky mouthfeel.
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Creamy and sweet with notes of corn, vanilla custard, banana, and a gentle oakiness. Soft and approachable.
Finish
Fuji Single Grain Whisky
Medium length with lingering vanilla, gentle oak, and a clean sweetness.
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Medium length with lingering sweetness, vanilla, and a touch of spice.
Key Differences
- • Fuji Single Grain Whisky comes in stronger at 46% ABV compared to Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky's 45%.
- • They come from different distilleries: Fuji Gotemba Distillery and Miyagikyo Distillery.