Fuji Single Grain Whisky vs Nikka Coffey Malt 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 Malt 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 Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Sweet vanilla, coconut, butterscotch, and hints of tropical fruit with delicate floral notes. | Rich malt, toffee, vanilla, fresh bread, and hints of citrus zest. |
| Palate | Creamy and rich with bourbon like sweetness, caramel, vanilla, and a touch of citrus. Silky mouthfeel. | Thick and malty with flavors of toasted cereal, caramel, lemon curd, and a distinctive grainy sweetness. |
| Finish | Medium length with lingering vanilla, gentle oak, and a clean sweetness. | Medium to long with lingering malt, citrus, and a touch of oak spice. |
Nose
Fuji Single Grain Whisky
Sweet vanilla, coconut, butterscotch, and hints of tropical fruit with delicate floral notes.
Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky
Rich malt, toffee, vanilla, fresh bread, and hints of citrus zest.
Palate
Fuji Single Grain Whisky
Creamy and rich with bourbon like sweetness, caramel, vanilla, and a touch of citrus. Silky mouthfeel.
Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky
Thick and malty with flavors of toasted cereal, caramel, lemon curd, and a distinctive grainy sweetness.
Finish
Fuji Single Grain Whisky
Medium length with lingering vanilla, gentle oak, and a clean sweetness.
Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky
Medium to long with lingering malt, citrus, and a touch of oak spice.
Key Differences
- • Fuji Single Grain Whisky comes in stronger at 46% ABV compared to Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky's 45%.
- • They come from different distilleries: Fuji Gotemba Distillery and Miyagikyo Distillery.