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 gourmet olfactory experience, characterized by notes of almonds, tarte tatin and dried apricots. A subtle touch of peat emerges with camphor and licorice accents, followed by spices such as green pepper, pine-needle-strewn soil, cucumber peel, and hints of mild curry. The palate is lively and spicy, dominated by green pepper and Espelette pepper, reflecting the influence of mizunara. Fruit appears to balance the initial explosion, with notes of cooked figs, red fruit coulis and roasted peach, followed by nuances of meat juice reduction and a hint of licorice stick. The finish, though moderate in relation to the attack, maintains the presence of spices with a conclusion of candied apricot and a pleasantly light bitterness.