Nikka Days vs Suntory Toki
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Nikka Days | Suntory Toki | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | Under $50 | Under $50 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | No | Yes |
Category
Nikka Blended
Suntory Blended
ABV
Nikka 40%
Suntory 43%
Age Statement
Nikka NAS
Suntory NAS
Price Tier
Nikka Under $50
Suntory Under $50
Distillery
Nikka Undisclosed
Suntory Undisclosed
JSLMA Compliant
Nikka No
Suntory Yes
Tasting Notes
| Nikka Days | Suntory Toki | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Fresh pear, white peach, light honey, and a hint of citrus | Fresh basil, green apple, honey, and a subtle floral quality. |
| Palate | Soft and approachable with apple, pear, vanilla, and delicate malt sweetness | Light and smooth with green apple, grapefruit, peppermint, and a delicate sweetness. Very approachable. |
| Finish | Clean, light, and refreshing with gentle fruit notes fading gently | Clean and short with a hint of vanilla, white pepper, and ginger. |
Nose
Nikka Days
Fresh pear, white peach, light honey, and a hint of citrus
Suntory Toki
Fresh basil, green apple, honey, and a subtle floral quality.
Palate
Nikka Days
Soft and approachable with apple, pear, vanilla, and delicate malt sweetness
Suntory Toki
Light and smooth with green apple, grapefruit, peppermint, and a delicate sweetness. Very approachable.
Finish
Nikka Days
Clean, light, and refreshing with gentle fruit notes fading gently
Suntory Toki
Clean and short with a hint of vanilla, white pepper, and ginger.
Key Differences
- • Suntory Toki comes in stronger at 43% ABV compared to Nikka Days's 40%.
- • Suntory Toki meets JSLMA standards for Japanese whisky labeling. Nikka Days does not.