Taketsuru is Nikka's flagship blended malt whisky series, named in honor of Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka and revered as the father of Japanese whisky. This exceptional range showcases the art of blending, combining single malts from Nikka's Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries to create a harmonious expression of complexity, depth, and refinement. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, Taketsuru represents the pinnacle of Japanese blending mastery, earning consistent acclaim and numerous gold medals at major international spirits competitions, including the World Whiskies Awards and International Spirits Challenge.