Chichibu The First Ten Single Malt Japanese Whisky 700ml (2020 Release)

Although Ichiro Akutu has released single-cask bottlings with age statements before, this is the first official ten-year-old bottling from the Chichibu distillery. Expected to be a mainstay in the line-up going forward, this coming-of-age whisky was aged in a combination of Bourbon casks and mizunara oak.

There's been much excitement from the Japanese Whisky-loving community since this release, and reviews by aficionados consistently mention the appealing brioche and pastry characters on both the nose and palate, along with the full, round and gently sweet mouthfeel. It's a beautiful malt expression: creamy and honeyed with layers of citrus/pear fruit; hay, florals and oats; and that ever-persistent biscuit element. The finish is long and toasty, with crème brûlée notes and a touch of salinity. 

Winner of the best Japanese single malt at the 2021 World Whisky Awards.

The Finer Details
Style - Japanese Whisky
Country - Japan
Size - 700ml
ABV - 50.5%