Name: Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary
Brand: Nikka
Price: 999.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary taste like?

Accepted Answer

Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary is characterised by Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey, Old Wood, Toasted notes. Nikka's Taketsuru 21-year blended malt commemorates founder Masataka Taketsuru with a non-chill-filtered 80th anniversary bottling of just 984 European releases. The marriage of Yoichi and Miyagikyou malts without cold filtration preserves the complexity Taketsuru developed across two decades of maturation.

Question 2

Is Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary sweet?

Accepted Answer

Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary costs £999 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary is enjoyable neat at 48% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary?

Accepted Answer

Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary?

Accepted Answer

Serve Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary similar to Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary and Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve share a similar flavour profile (Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey) and are in a similar price range. Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve costs £995 vs £999 for Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary.

Question 11

Is Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary similar to Glengoyne 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary and Glengoyne 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Honey, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Glengoyne 30 Year Old costs £894.99 vs £999 for Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary.

Question 12

How does Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary compare to Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary and Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Taketsuru 21 Year Old (bottled 2014) - Non-Chill Filtered 80th Anniversary is sweet and approachable, while Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is known for Smokey, Oily, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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