Ichiro's Malt - Malt & Grain
Made from a blend of malt and grain whiskies, it is bottled at 46%, without cold filtration. A young and smooth whisky, but also rich and full of character, which demonstrates the talents of its creator.
Blended Whisky, Japon / Honshu - Saitama
70cl - alc. 46.5% vol.
About the distillery : Ichiro Akuto is a renowned Japanese master distiller and founder of Chichibu Distillery. Located in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture, Japan, the distillery was established in 2008. Ichiro Akuto is renowned for his commitment to crafting high-quality Japanese whisky. "Ichiro's Malt" is the range of whiskies produced by Chichibu Distillery. These whiskies are often praised for their excellence and have gained in popularity both in Japan and abroad. The Ichiro's Malt range offers a variety of single malts and blends, often crafted with meticulous attention to ingredients, production process and ageing. Ichiro's Malt whiskies are prized for their complexity, varied flavor profiles and representation of Japanese whisky expertise. Limited editions and special bottlings add to the brand's exclusivity.
Detailed tasting notes : This whisky offers a rich sensory experience. On the nose, it reveals fruity aromas of peach, apricot, citrus zest and banana, complemented by sweet notes of malt, caramel and vanilla crème brulée. On the palate, the delicately cereal texture reveals barley malt flavors wrapped in toffee and honey. Spice and freshness express themselves with gingerbread, black pepper, nutmeg, saffron, pipe tobacco and freshly cut hay, while the sweetness lingers with notes of tropical fruit. The fine, balanced finish leaves hints of vanilla and tropical fruit on the palate.
Data sheet
- Product Type
- Japanese whisky
- Category
- Blended
- Alcohol
- Alc. 46.5% Vol.
- Format
- 70cl bottle
- Producer
- Ichiro's Malt
- Region
- Pref. of Saïtama