Nikka Coffey Malt is a fascinating outlier, made entirely from malted barley yet distilled in continuous Coffey column stills at Miyagikyo rather than the pot stills malt whisky usually demands. That unusual method gives it a softer, rounder texture while keeping the rich malt character intact. Named for Aeneas Coffey's pioneering still design, it showcases Nikka's willingness to experiment, delivering toffee, ripe fruit and cocoa with a smooth, full body.