Nikka Japanese Whisky and Food Pairing Experience

Discover the world of Japanese whisky through an immersive tasting at MAP Maison in London.


Map Maison
Map Maison
4.6 (8)
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1.5 hours

Experience size 1 to 6 (public dates), 6 to 30
  £45
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Discover the world of Japanese whisky through an immersive hosted tasting at MAP Maison in London. You’ll be welcomed with a refreshing Nikka Days Highball before exploring three exceptional and rare Nikka whiskies, each paired with a specially selected food bite created to enhance the character of the dram.
This intimate table-side experience is designed for curious beginners and seasoned whisky lovers alike.
Your whisky and food journey:
  • Nikka Days Whisky Highball on arrival.
  • Nikka Coffey Malt × Arancini.
  • Taketsuru Pure Malt × Mini Pork Belly Burger.
  • Nikka 12 Year Old × Bruschetta.
What you’ll learn:
  • The history of Nikka Whisky and its founder, Masataka Taketsuru.
  • How Japanese whisky differs from other whisky-producing countries.
  • A deep dive into the three Nikka whiskies included in the tasting.
  • Whisky tasting techniques.
  • Why each food pairing has been chosen and how flavour pairing works.
Join us for an evening of Japanese whisky, exceptional food and fascinating stories from one of the world’s most celebrated whisky houses. Please note that a discretionary service charge will be added to your table on the day of your visit.

Upcoming dates for Nikka Japanese Whisky and Food Pairing Experience

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 12 Oct 2026, 11:49pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

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What you'll get
  • Welcome cocktail: Nikka Days Highball.
  • Three premium Japanese whiskies: Nikka Coffey Malt, Taketsuru Pure Malt, and Nikka 12 Year Old.
  • Three small food pairings.
  • Hosted tasting led by a whisky expert!
Knowledge required
Beginners and whisky enthusiasts aged 18+.
What to bring
Just yourself!
Add-on available for this class
  • Izakaya Dining Experience for Two (£49)
You can add this when you book (optional).

FAQ

Can you cater for allergies and dietary requirements?
Some, please message us to enquire before booking. Given the nature of the food pairings and how the experience has been put together, we can't offer gluten free or dairy free alternatives for example.
What's your cancellation policy?
Kindly note that any cancellations or rescheduling requests within 48 hours of the booked time will be subject to a late cancellation/rescheduling fee of £10 per person. This applies to all booking types.
Location

MAP Maison, Kingsland Road, London

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Established in 2015, MAP Maison has become a home away from home for visitors from all over the world, since garnering 950+ online reviews and winning the 2022 Trip Advisor Travellers Choice award. They pride themselves on having a wide range of spirits with a very special selection of premium whisky, gin and rum. They have one of the largest selections of Japanese Whisky in Europe. In 2016, following the demand for their cocktails from customers, they started bottling the bestsellers.
It's new branch Pizza Pārā opened in January 2026 and serves up delicious Napolitanen pizza, pasta and an extensive wine list.
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