Kurayoshi Pure Malt vs Nikka Session
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Kurayoshi Pure Malt | Nikka Session | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed / Multi-source | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | No | No |
Category
Kurayoshi Blended Malt
Nikka Blended Malt
ABV
Kurayoshi 43%
Nikka 43%
Age Statement
Kurayoshi NAS
Nikka NAS
Price Tier
Kurayoshi $50 – $100
Nikka $50 – $100
Distillery
Kurayoshi Undisclosed / Multi-source
Nikka Undisclosed
JSLMA Compliant
Kurayoshi No
Nikka No
Tasting Notes
| Kurayoshi Pure Malt | Nikka Session | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Honey, vanilla, light fruit, clean malt, and gentle oak | Citrus zest, green apple, malty cereal, and a hint of honey |
| Palate | Smooth and approachable with honey, vanilla, light orchard fruit, and cereal sweetness | Bright citrus, orchard fruit, malt sweetness, light smoke, and a zesty freshness |
| Finish | Medium length, clean, with lingering honey and mild spice | Medium length, clean, and refreshing with gentle fruit and malt |
Nose
Kurayoshi Pure Malt
Honey, vanilla, light fruit, clean malt, and gentle oak
Nikka Session
Citrus zest, green apple, malty cereal, and a hint of honey
Palate
Kurayoshi Pure Malt
Smooth and approachable with honey, vanilla, light orchard fruit, and cereal sweetness
Nikka Session
Bright citrus, orchard fruit, malt sweetness, light smoke, and a zesty freshness
Finish
Kurayoshi Pure Malt
Medium length, clean, with lingering honey and mild spice
Nikka Session
Medium length, clean, and refreshing with gentle fruit and malt