Eigashima Shuzo

Blended Whisky 'Akashi'

Blended Whisky 'Akashi'

Blended Whisky Akashi Eigashima Shuzo White Oak
  • Blended Japanese whisky produced by Eigashima Shuzo in Akashi, Japan
  • A blend of grain and lightly peated malt whiskies distilled from wheat, barley, and rye
  • Non-age statement; aged in ex-bourbon, barley shochu, and sherry casks as well as new oak barrels
  • A slightly fruity nose hints of lemon, cherry, toffee, oats, and sea air; flavors of vanilla and pine nuts delight on the palate, leading to a long, wheat-forward finish with a touch of peat
  • 40% ABV

Akashi’s blended whisky is an excellent introduction to the Japanese whisky category and an inviting segue to or from Scotch.

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
NV
Country:
Japan
Region:
Hyogo
Appellation:
Hyogo Prefecture
Spirit Type:
Japanese Whisky
Spirit Sub Type:
Blended / Blended Malt

Sizes Available

Full Bottle JP-XES-01-NV 12/750ml
Magnum JP-XES-01-NVM 6/1800ml

Tasting Notes

Designed to be an approachable, sipping whisky, Akashi Blended Whisky has a malty, citrusy characteristic complemented by hints of salinity due to its coastal location. This whisky is a blend of malt and grain whiskies distilled from wheat, barley, and rye, and is aged in ex-bourbon, barley shochu, and sherry casks, as well as new oak barrels. The nose is slightly fruity with hints of lemon, cherry, toffee, oats, and sea air. Flavors of vanilla and pine nuts delight on the palate, leading to a long, wheaty finish with a touch of peat. Akashi’s Blended Whiskey makes for an excellent introduction to the Japanese whisky category, an inviting segue to or from Scotch, or simply an everyday drinking dram. 40% ABV.

Press & Reviews

VinePair
Score
91
Date
2023-11-22
"From the Eigashima distillery, located in Akashi City, this blend of malt and grain whiskies matures for an undisclosed period in bourbon, shochu, and virgin oak casks. Rich malt notes mix with bright orchard fruit on the nose, with a hint of dried apricots lingering beneath. A subtle peatiness emerges on the palate, which has a good concentration of flavor despite its 40 percent ABV content. This bottle delivers great value for money and mixes a complex, enjoyable highball."

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