Yoichi is laid out almost like a small village with old stone houses. When buildings are demolished in the nearby village of Otaru, Nikka buys up the stones in case they need to renovate the historic buildings at Yoichi in the future. The whiskey produced here is relatively heavily smoked and a bit heavier than the style at Miyagikyo. Yoichi is one of the last distilleries in the world where the boilers are "direct fired" and every 8 minutes an employee has to shovel coal into the furnace under the boiler. Yoichi Single Malt is a range of single malt expressions from Yoichi Distillery, Nikka's first distillery built in 1934. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose the town of Yoichi in Hokkaido because of the similar environmental conditions to Scotland, where he learned whiskey making. Yoichi malts are described as bold and strong with refined peat notes and smokiness brought about by the traditional direct coal-fired distillation. The sea breeze from Ishikari Bay gives the whiskey a salty hint during maturation. This unaged version was released in 2016 as a standard product that truly captures the authentic style of Yoichi malt, at a time when many Japanese whiskey producers stopped releasing aged whiskeys due to the high demand that could not be met. By blending different malt whiskeys together, this bottling expresses a delicate balance between smoky and fruity aromas.
Yoichi is laid out almost like a small village with old stone houses. When buildings are demolished in the nearby village of Otaru, Nikka buys up the stones in case they need to renovate the historic buildings at Yoichi in the future. The whiskey produced here is relatively heavily smoked and a bit heavier than the style at Miyagikyo. Yoichi is one of the last distilleries in the world where the boilers are "direct fired" and every 8 minutes an employee has to shovel coal into the furnace under the boiler. Yoichi Single Malt is a range of single malt expressions from Yoichi Distillery, Nikka's first distillery built in 1934. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose the town of Yoichi in Hokkaido because of the similar environmental conditions to Scotland, where he learned whiskey making. Yoichi malts are described as bold and strong with refined peat notes and smokiness brought about by the traditional direct coal-fired distillation. The sea breeze from Ishikari Bay gives the whiskey a salty hint during maturation. This unaged version was released in 2016 as a standard product that truly captures the authentic style of Yoichi malt, at a time when many Japanese whiskey producers stopped releasing aged whiskeys due to the high demand that could not be met. By blending different malt whiskeys together, this bottling expresses a delicate balance between smoky and fruity aromas.
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The lowest price for Nikka Japan Yoichi Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml right now is $129.00 at The Whisky Company.
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Nikka Japan Yoichi Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml
Yoichi is laid out almost like a small village with old stone houses. When buildings are demolished in the nearby village of Otaru, Nikka buys up the stones in case they need to renovate the historic buildings at Yoichi in the future. The whiskey produced here is relatively heavily smoked and a bit heavier than the style at Miyagikyo. Yoichi is one of the last distilleries in the world where the boilers are "direct fired" and every 8 minutes an employee has to shovel coal into the furnace under the boiler. Yoichi Single Malt is a range of single malt expressions from Yoichi Distillery, Nikka's first distillery built in 1934. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose the town of Yoichi in Hokkaido because of the similar environmental conditions to Scotland, where he learned whiskey making. Yoichi malts are described as bold and strong with refined peat notes and smokiness brought about by the traditional direct coal-fired distillation. The sea breeze from Ishikari Bay gives the whiskey a salty hint during maturation. This unaged version was released in 2016 as a standard product that truly captures the authentic style of Yoichi malt, at a time when many Japanese whiskey producers stopped releasing aged whiskeys due to the high demand that could not be met. By blending different malt whiskeys together, this bottling expresses a delicate balance between smoky and fruity aromas.
Yoichi is laid out almost like a small village with old stone houses. When buildings are demolished in the nearby village of Otaru, Nikka buys up the stones in case they need to renovate the historic buildings at Yoichi in the future. The whiskey produced here is relatively heavily smoked and a bit heavier than the style at Miyagikyo. Yoichi is one of the last distilleries in the world where the boilers are "direct fired" and every 8 minutes an employee has to shovel coal into the furnace under the boiler. Yoichi Single Malt is a range of single malt expressions from Yoichi Distillery, Nikka's first distillery built in 1934. Founder Masataka Taketsuru chose the town of Yoichi in Hokkaido because of the similar environmental conditions to Scotland, where he learned whiskey making. Yoichi malts are described as bold and strong with refined peat notes and smokiness brought about by the traditional direct coal-fired distillation. The sea breeze from Ishikari Bay gives the whiskey a salty hint during maturation. This unaged version was released in 2016 as a standard product that truly captures the authentic style of Yoichi malt, at a time when many Japanese whiskey producers stopped releasing aged whiskeys due to the high demand that could not be met. By blending different malt whiskeys together, this bottling expresses a delicate balance between smoky and fruity aromas.
Prices last updated 2 Nov 2026.
Last updated at 02/11/2026 01:39:01
Nikka Yoichi Japanese Single Malt Whisky (700ml)
Delivery between 4–13 Nov $13.25
originally posted on blackwellswines.com
I love this whiskey smooth tasty and interesting. Love to drink this whiskey for a change from the Islay scotch I normally have. It makes me happy to have in the cupboard.
originally posted on influenster.com
My boyfriend loves Nikka. We have had a couple of the different types including the single barrel. Always a smooth drink, even I enjoy it on the rocks. We always like to have one of their bottles in our cabinet! I would buy this again, or try a new bottle from them!
originally posted on totalwine.com
Tasting notes are smoky and peaty, almond, citrus, brine and pepper. This is not a very sweet whisky.Finish is warm and long lasting. If you do not like peated Scotch keep walking.
| Origin | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt |
| Age Statement | NAS |
| Bottling Strength | 45-48% |
| Producer | Nikka |
Nikka Yoichi Japanese Single Malt Whisky (700ml)
Delivery between 4–13 Nov $13.25
I love this whiskey smooth tasty and interesting. Love to drink this whiskey for a change from the Islay scotch I normally have. It makes me happy to have in the cupboard.
My boyfriend loves Nikka. We have had a couple of the different types including the single barrel. Always a smooth drink, even I enjoy it on the rocks. We always like to have one of their bottles in our cabinet! I would buy this again, or try a new bottle from them!
Tasting notes are smoky and peaty, almond, citrus, brine and pepper. This is not a very sweet whisky.Finish is warm and long lasting. If you do not like peated Scotch keep walking.
My son originally purchased this whiskey in Hawaii and loved it! Once back in Texas, was very difficult to find; with his birthday approaching, I did an intense Google search . . . EUREKA! up pops The Bottle Haus! Not only did they have this particular bottle, they had so much more! EXCELLENT service, supply and excellent delivery time with NO HASSLE!!! Will definitely use again in the future!
This is as tasty if not tastier than the Yamazaki 12 and for less than half the price. The palate is lightly salted sweet fruit with just the right amount of peat smoke. This is my new favorite whiskey.
I am mainly a bourbon fan but delve a bit in scotch. This is my first Japanese whiskey, and boy 'o boy am I a believer! Best "scotch" I have had. Not powerful like Aberlour A'bunda, Lagavulin, or Ardbeg, but very complex, seamless, smooth and refined. A touch of delicate peat mixes in nicely as a background note, while delicious floral tones are new to me in a "scotch". WOW!
Was with my son and he served me a Japanese whiskey, it was Smokey and very good. So when I got home, went to add a peeted Japanese whiskey to my assortment. Was told this Single Malt was the best of the Japanese peeted whiskey. My first sip was disappointing. I found it oily, with strong leather notes and some salt. So not to my liking, I have no doubt this will appeal to some. Wish I could have sampled this before paying for a full bottle. Would have passed.
This has the same fruity sherry aspects of Miyagikyo but with a hint of smoke on the nose and a spicier and more strong finish. I enjoy Miyagikyo more based of my tastes, but this is extremely good. 94/100
This is one of my favorite whiskeys. I first tried it while living in Japan, where it is half the price, and brought a bottle back to share with my whiskey drinking buddies and they loved it.If you like Johnny Walker Blue save $50-$100, depending on the time of year, and just buy this. You won’t be disappointed. Great mouth feel, viscosity, mid-taste and finish. It’s a full experience from beginning to end that is great every time you pick up the bottle.
One of the smoothest whiskeys I have had. somewhat floral too. Very good and worth the price.
| Origin | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt |
| Age Statement | NAS |
| Bottling Strength | 45-48% |
| Producer | Nikka |
