Nikka Coffey Vodka
Nikka Coffey Vodka is a Japanese vodka distilled to 80 proof (40% ABV) and bottled in a 750mL format — available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA. Rather than stripping spirit to neutrality in modern high-efficiency columns, Nikka distills this vodka from corn and malted barley in its original Coffey stills at the Miyagikyo Distillery — vintage continuous stills imported from Scotland in 1963 — producing a vodka with genuine texture and quiet character that rewards sipping neat.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Age: Unaged
- Origin: Miyagikyo Distillery, Sendai, Japan
- Production: Distilled from corn and malted barley in Coffey stills; charcoal filtered
A Whisky Maker's Approach to Vodka
Most vodka is engineered toward flavorlessness. Nikka Whisky took the opposite path: the older, less efficient Coffey still design retains more of the grain's natural character, so the corn contributes soft sweetness while the malted barley adds subtle complexity, and the famous creamy Coffey-still mouthfeel carries through. Refined by charcoal filtration for clarity, the result holds its own among premium vodka options while tasting like nothing else on the shelf — a vodka with the craftsmanship of whisky-making in every drop.
Tasting Notes
Clean and elegant on the nose, with soft white peach, citrus peel, and gentle vanilla. The palate is exceptionally smooth and creamy, with delicate vanilla, pear, and lemon zest gliding across the tongue. The finish is crisp, pure, and lightly sweet, with a whisper of white pepper that leaves the palate refreshed.
How to Enjoy
Chill it well and sip it neat from a small glass to appreciate the texture — this is one of the rare vodkas worth drinking straight. It also elevates cocktails: a martini with real body, or pair it with sushi or oysters, where its purity complements fresh seafood without overpowering it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Nikka Coffey Vodka different from other vodkas? It is distilled in vintage Coffey stills rather than modern column stills, which preserves grain character and creates a richer, creamier mouthfeel than typical neutral vodkas.
Where is Nikka Coffey Vodka distilled? At Nikka's Miyagikyo Distillery near Sendai, Japan — the same distillery and stills behind the Coffey Grain and Coffey Malt whiskies.
What is it made from? A blend of corn and malted barley, refined by charcoal filtration after distillation.
Shop Nikka Coffey Vodka online at Del Mesa Liquor — Japanese precision in a bottle, delivered to your door in San Diego, CA.
