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. This is Nikka’s top brand. Strictly selected from among the malts, and distilled 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. This is a final version bottling.