Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky - no age

Review by Nonjatta contributor - Dramtastic:

Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky no age statement. 43 per cent alcohol.

Nose: Pear, lemon, liquorice, oak, Juicy Fruit chewing gum, Straw, fresh strawberries and cream and fresh herbs.
Palate: Stewed pears, oak, liquorice, a bit dry and dusty with some pepper and nutmeg spice.
Finish: Medium length, straw, pears, liquorice. Drying.
General comment: This is a solid, easy to drink grain whisky. The nose is the highlight.

Nonjatta note: Because there is no age statement on this whisky, it is difficult to tell whether it was distilled at Nishinomiya, where Nikka previously had their coffey still, or at Miyagikyou, where it is now installed. The still moved in 1998/9. If any readers can clear this up, it would be appreciated.