Nikka Coffey Japanese Grain Whisky

 Maize/18 carat gold color; an inconsequential sediment is not a problem. First sniffs detect spice cake, leafy/twiggy/forest vegetation scents: later whiffs pick up traces of toasted grains, kernel/bean, parchment; a delicate aromatic profile that's dry, grainy. Entry is sweeter than expected, resiny/oaky, honeyed: midpalate features more of the resiny oak influence, vanilla wafer, deep roasted grains. Ends up dry to off-dry. 4 Stars, Highly RecommendedSpirit Journal March 2014. 45% ABV