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If you love Japanese whisky, chances are you know\u00a0Nikka From The Barrel<\/a>. First released in Japan in 1985 and later introduced to the US in 2018, Nikka became one of the first major global exports of Japanese whisky, helping pave the way for the spirit\u2019s growing popularity today.<\/p>\n

The bottle is distinctive, featuring a square design by Taku Satoh, one of Japan\u2019s most notable graphic designers. Its shape is relevant as it reflects the \u201csmall block of whisky\u201d Nikka and its blenders refer to with this expression, which is a blend of 100 whiskies presented in one small square bottle.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat made From The Barrel a catalyst in the Japanese whisky category was its bold character and distinctive packaging based on a unique concept,\u201d says Emiko Kaji, Leader of Global Business Strategy, Education, and PR at Nikka Whisky. \u201cThe liquid profile and bottle design unified under a single unique concept positioned From The Barrel as an iconic product that resonated with both whisky connoisseurs and design-conscious consumers.\u201d<\/p>\n