Nikka Whisky Yoichi Single Malt Non-Peated

Yoichi Single Malt Non-Peated is a rare 2021 limited edition and the inaugural release in the Nikka Discovery Series, offering an inside look at Nikka’s experimental whisky-making practices ahead of the brand’s 90th anniversary. Crafted entirely from unpeated malts, this expression challenges Yoichi’s traditionally peated image while preserving its distinctive character through coal-fired distillation.

Founded by Masataka Taketsuru, Yoichi Distillery is located on Japan’s northernmost island of Hokkaido, where a cool maritime climate shapes its robust, character-driven whiskies. Known for traditional coal-fired distillation and a bold house style, Yoichi produces single malts that balance power and precision—hallmarks of Nikka’s enduring legacy in Japanese whisky.