Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu 10 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu 10 Year Old is a limited-release Japanese single malt from Chichibu Distillery in Saitama. This 10-year-old expression is matured primarily in ex-Bourbon barrels and bottled at a robust 50.5% ABV. The release showcases Chichibu’s characteristic fruitiness, malt sweetness and subtle smoke.

Food Pairing: Pairs well with grilled pork, smoked meats, aged cheese, roasted nuts, citrus desserts and dark chocolate.

Tasting Notes: Fruit-forward and malty with honey, vanilla, pineapple, citrus and gentle smoke.

Nose: Honey and sweet candy followed by vanilla, loquat and pineapple with grapefruit and a subtle smoky note.

Palate: Creamy and rich with orange peel, wild strawberry, ripe fruit, vanilla and pronounced malt character.

Finish: Long and balanced with yellow peach, gentle bitterness, citrus and lingering malt sweetness.

Serve: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water.