27.06.2025
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt Grande whisky Joins Global Travel Retail Line-Up

Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt Grande
A refined Japanese pure malt whisky enters the world stage
Japanese whisky fans and collectors have reason to celebrate: Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt Grande has just made its debut in Japanese Duty Free and will roll out globally in Travel Retail from August 2025. Following the earlier success of Yoichi Grande and Miyagikyo Grande, this new release completes the prestigious trio in the Grande series. Crafted from malt whiskies exclusively sourced from Nikka’s two acclaimed distilleries—Yoichi in Hokkaido and Miyagikyo in Sendai—this Pure Malt expression offers an elevated take on the classic Taketsuru blend.
Refined presentation and increased strength
Visually, the Taketsuru Pure Malt Grande maintains Nikka's elegant and understated design philosophy, exuding sophistication through clean lines and premium packaging. While full packaging details are yet to be disclosed, the bottling strength of 45% ABV (compared to 43% in the regular Taketsuru) already signals a bolder, more expressive profile for discerning travellers and collectors alike.
Elevating fruitiness with balanced complexity
The Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt Grande is a blend exclusively made of malt whiskies—commonly known as a pure malt—and showcases a careful harmony of fruit-forward aromas and rich texture. Nikka highlights the whisky’s enhanced fruitiness, gentle oak aromas, and subtle sweetness, all rounded off by a pleasantly bitter finish. This iteration promises to retain the hallmark drinkability of the original Taketsuru, while offering greater depth and dimension—ideal for both connoisseurs and newcomers to Japanese whisky.
With an expected retail price of around €85, the Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt Grande offers exceptional value for a premium Japanese whisky exclusively available through Global Travel Retail.
A promising addition to the Taketsuru legacy
Bridging tradition with travel exclusivity, the Taketsuru Pure Malt Grande not only pays homage to Nikka’s founding father, Masataka Taketsuru, but also extends the brand’s presence on the global stage. As the latest expression in the Grande lineup, it reinforces Nikka’s commitment to crafting whiskies of character, balance, and refined complexity—now accessible to whisky lovers worldwide through premium duty-free outlets.
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