{"product_id":"nikka-taketsuru-21-year-pure-malt","title":"Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old Pure Malt Japanese Whisky — Discontinued 2014, Secondary Market Only","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Pure Malt Gold: #c5a059 | Historical Crimson: #8b0000 | Aged Parchment: #fdf5e6 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #c5a059; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #8b0000; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #c5a059; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient from Crimson to Black representing the 21-year maturation arc *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #3d0000 0%, #111 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #c5a059; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #8b0000; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #c5a059; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE DECORATED LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eNikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old Pure Malt\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most structurally significant and decorated bottlings in the history of Japanese whisky. A four-time winner of \"World's Best Blended Malt Whisky\" (2007, 2009, 2010, 2012), this expression was a primary catalyst for establishing modern Japanese blended malt as a globally competitive category. Discontinued in 2014, the 21 Year represents a chiseled union of Nikka’s two legendary distilleries—Yoichi and Miyagikyo—brought to a state of absolute resolution through two decades of patient maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 21-YEAR INTEGRATION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe 21 Year is defined by its substantial integration, where the contrasting profiles of Hokkaido and Miyagi resolve into a singular, cohesive masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Malt Framework:\u003c\/strong\u003e Composed entirely of single malts with no grain whisky component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftened Peat:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 21 years of aging allow Yoichi’s coastal peat character to soften into a structural background element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Diversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured in a sophisticated program of American ex-bourbon, Spanish sherry, and Japanese Mizunara oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolished Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miyagikyo’s elegant fruit profile develops into a deeper dried-fruit complexity with refined Mizunara sandalwood notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed honey, dried fruit, and polished oak. Layers of integrated soft peat smoke, Mizunara sandalwood, and aged leather emerge alongside baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and texturally immense. A front of honey and dried fruit transitions into a mid-palate of integrated peat, polished sherry, and complex baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sublimely long with multi-minute persistence. A signature closing of lingering honey, soft smoke, and integrated Mizunara character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #c5a059;\"\u003eThe Collector Summit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the discontinued Taketsuru vertical (17, 21, 25), the 21 Year typically commands the highest collector premium relative to its original price. Its peerless awards profile makes it an essential anchor for any serious Japanese whisky collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #c5a059; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of long-aged blended malt history.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYoichi \u0026amp; Miyagikyo (Nikka Whisky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Pure Malt (No Grain Whisky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Oak, Spanish Sherry, \u0026amp; Japanese Mizunara\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86 Proof \/ 43% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscontinued 2014 (Secondary Market Only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Market\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$2,500 – $6,000 (Approximate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old is a high-conviction target for vertical collectors. Its four \"World's Best\" titles ensure sustained demand and secondary market resilience. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label and seal integrity, including original packaging where available. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound decadal integration, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. At this level of rarity, water or ice is strictly not recommended as they may disrupt the delicate balance of Mizunara and softened peat. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, dried fruit, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikka Whisky Distilling Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44950307340322,"sku":"4904230301769","price":749.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/midnight-whiskey-nikka-21year-taketsuru_f2ca6203-edb3-4d8f-9268-5f55bcd1273e.jpg?v=1779904004","url":"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/nikka-taketsuru-21-year-pure-malt","provider":"Midnight Whiskey ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}