Nikka From The Barrel vs Nikka Tailored
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Nikka From The Barrel | Nikka Tailored | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 51.4% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | No | Yes |
Category
Nikka Blended
Nikka Blended
ABV
Nikka 51.4%
Nikka 43%
Age Statement
Nikka NAS
Nikka NAS
Price Tier
Nikka $50 – $100
Nikka $50 – $100
Distillery
Nikka Undisclosed
Nikka Undisclosed
JSLMA Compliant
Nikka No
Nikka Yes
Tasting Notes
| Nikka From The Barrel | Nikka Tailored | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Rich and punchy with vanilla, toffee, orange marmalade, and a touch of spice. | Elegant floral notes, honey, vanilla, and ripe apple |
| Palate | Full bodied and intense with flavors of caramel, dark fruit, coffee, oak spice, and warming alcohol. | Balanced and smooth with honeyed malt, orchard fruit, light spice, and a creamy texture |
| Finish | Long and warming with lingering spices, vanilla, and a subtle nuttiness. | Medium to long with a refined sweetness and gentle oak |
Nose
Nikka From The Barrel
Rich and punchy with vanilla, toffee, orange marmalade, and a touch of spice.
Nikka Tailored
Elegant floral notes, honey, vanilla, and ripe apple
Palate
Nikka From The Barrel
Full bodied and intense with flavors of caramel, dark fruit, coffee, oak spice, and warming alcohol.
Nikka Tailored
Balanced and smooth with honeyed malt, orchard fruit, light spice, and a creamy texture
Finish
Nikka From The Barrel
Long and warming with lingering spices, vanilla, and a subtle nuttiness.
Nikka Tailored
Medium to long with a refined sweetness and gentle oak
Key Differences
- • Nikka From The Barrel comes in stronger at 51.4% ABV compared to Nikka Tailored's 43%.
- • Nikka Tailored meets JSLMA standards for Japanese whisky labeling. Nikka From The Barrel does not.