Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky
ニッカ カフェモルト
About
An unusual whisky made from 100% malted barley distilled in Coffey (continuous) stills rather than pot stills, giving it a unique combination of malt flavor with the lighter body of column distillation.
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Tasting Notes
Rich malt, toffee, vanilla, fresh bread, and hints of citrus zest.
Thick and malty with flavors of toasted cereal, caramel, lemon curd, and a distinctive grainy sweetness.
Medium to long with lingering malt, citrus, and a touch of oak spice.
What People Are Saying
Amazon Japan customers rate Coffey Malt 4.4/5 stars with strong praise for its rich, malty sweetness and chocolate notes. Many reviewers compare it favorably to Coffey Grain, noting the fuller body and more pronounced malt character.
Nikka Coffey Malt is frequently called "the goat" of Nikka's lineup by Reddit enthusiasts. Described as "banana bread with dark chocolate chips" and "one of my favorites," it earns consistently high praise. Reviewers note it as "very smooth" with brown sugar and butterscotch sweetness. Made from 100% malted barley on Coffey (continuous) stills, it technically classifies as grain whisky despite using malt, which is a fun conversation point in the community. The main complaint is price: "a bit on the pricier side" at $70 to $90 in the US.
Whiskybase members rate the Coffey Malt at approximately 83/100, noting its richer, maltier character compared to Coffey Grain. Reviewers highlight prominent chocolate, vanilla, and tropical fruit notes from the Coffey still distillation process.
Community opinions collected from public forums and review sites. These are not our own ratings.
How to Enjoy
neat, rocks
