The Chichibu Distillery

Whisky 'Ichiro's Malt & Grain'

Whisky 'Ichiro's Malt & Grain'

Whisky Ichiros Malt  Grain
  • Blend of malt and grain whiskies vatted and matured by Chichibu Distillery in Saitama, Japan
  • Whiskies include Scotch, Canadian rye, American whiskey, Irish whiskey, and Ichiro’s own Japanese single malts
  • Sourced whiskies aged 3–20 years in their countries of origin before being brought to the Chichibu Distillery for 2–3 years of additional aging
  • Japanese single malt aged up to 10 years
  • Non-age statement
  • Aromas of apricot, popcorn toffee, Meyer lemon zest, and vanilla cream transition to a lightly textured palate of toffee, roasted chestnut, and gingerbread with a peppery, honeyed finish
  • Bottled without additives or coloring
  • Non-chill filtered; 46.5% ABV (may vary slightly batch to batch)

Ichiro’s Malt & Grain is crafted to balance a heart of Japanese whisky with the complementary nuances of global whiskies, providing a world of depth to contemplate with each sip. In Ichiro’s words, this is an “All-World Whisky.”

Info

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

Sizes Available

Full Bottle JP-XCD-01-NV 12/750ml
Alternate JP-XCD-01-NVA 12/700ml

Press & Reviews

Whisky Advocate
Score
93
Date
2025-01-07
"A superb blend of Chichibu and world whiskies. The nose has satsuma, lemon zest, thick caramel, spring florals, and candy cola bottles. Creamsicle, malt, bitter coffee, dark chocolate, black cherry, raisin, leather, clove, anise, and Dr Pepper on the palate. The finish has clove and licorice root. It really packs in a lot. Water vanquishes any bitter notes, adding sweeter dark chocolate flavors."