Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries Japanese Whisky - 70cl
Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries Japanese Whisky — a distinctive Ichiro Akuto expression combining malt from Chichibu's two distilleries (Distillery I and Distillery II). Ichiro's Distillery II opened 2019 — this expression celebrates the combination of both distilleries. Rare "two-distillery" single-producer approach.
Why you'll love it
- Refined honey, warm layered character, gentle Japanese oak, delicate spice, elegant Ichiro double-distillery mastery — Double Distilleries signature
- Combines malt from Chichibu Distillery I + Distillery II
- Distinctive two-distillery single-producer approach
- Presented in Ichiro's distinctive Double Distilleries bottle
Perfect pairings
Best appreciated neat as a contemplation pour. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, aged mild cheeses, or considered evening drams.
Perfect for
- Serious Ichiro Akuto collectors
- Chichibu Distillery I + II crossover enthusiasts
- Japanese craft whisky specialists
Compare with
Interested in Distillery II standalone? Try Chichibu Distillery II ($278). Interested in Mizunara? Ichiro's Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve ($228).
Frequently asked
What is Chichibu Distillery II?
Chichibu Distillery II opened 2019 — Ichiro Akuto's expansion distillery adjacent to the original Chichibu Distillery (opened 2008). Larger capacity to meet growing global demand. Ichiro's Malt Double Distilleries combines malt from both distilleries in one expression.
Quick facts
- Category: Japanese Blended Malt Whisky (Two Distilleries)
- Brand: Ichiro's Malt (Ichiro Akuto)
- Distilleries: Chichibu I + Chichibu II
- Volume: 70cl
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Fruity (Mirabelle, damson) and cereal (oat flake, orgeat), a hint of anise and cinnamon appears first delicately, as if sprinkled. Then the fruits make a noticeable return, well accompanied by quince paste. With more aeration, red fruit jelly (raspberry, strawberry) and caramel candy enrich the aromatic palette.
PALATE
Pear and prune fruit pastes mark the attack, first warm and spicy (pepper). Followed by herbal notes (dry grass) and the bitterness that often accompanies them. The mouth then takes on a new complexity.
FINISH
The fruit fades, the flesh gives way to the skin: that of a freshly peeled Comice pear, with its granular aspect. Spices take hold of the mouth again, but they are softer and accompanied by a slight astringency.
ABV: 46.5% ABV