Named after the father of Japanese whisky and the founder of Nikka, Masataka Taketsuru. You know you have a quality product when the company names their product after its founder. Along with the Yoichi, this is Nikka’s top brand. Strictly selected from among the malts, and distilled and matured for 10 years or more at the Yoichi distillery – birthplace of Nikka Whisky – this single malt whisky is characterized by the fragrance of aged casks, a mellow well-rounded palate, and a bold, powerful taste.