Nikka From The Barrel is a blended malt and grain whisky that, according to the description, brings together more than a hundred batches from the Yoichi distillery in Hokkaido and Miyagikyo in Sendai, Japan. The whiskies age in American oak casks, sherry butts and refill casks. After blending, the whisky returns to cask for several months for finishing, or «marriage». It is bottled at 51.4% vol. in a 70cl format, in a minimalist Japanese bottle design inspired by a distillate ingot. The description links its concept to designer Taku Satoh and the year 1985, and mentions gold medals and the «World's Best Blended Whisky» recognition at the World Whiskies Awards. It is recommended to serve between 16 and 18 °C in a Glencairn glass or a heavy tumbler, with an ice sphere, and to add 2 to 3 drops of low-mineral mineral water. Suggested pairings include grilled Wagyu beef tenderloin, lacquered duck magret with oriental spices, or 75% dark chocolate with fleur de sel.