Chichibu Single Malt - 7 y.o. - Heavily Peated - 1st Fill Bourbon Cask No #4701 - New Vibrations
Special features: This Chichibu Single Malt was distilled in 2015 and matured for seven years in a first-fill heavily toasted bourbon cask. Bottled in 2023, it presents itself with a strong alcohol content of 63.3% vol. and a limited edition of only 192 bottles. The bottling is part of the "New Vibrations" series from La Maison du Whisky.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Intense smoke with notes of medicinal Mercurochrome and damp chalk powder.
Palate: Strong, salty, and peppery, accompanied by flavors of pear candy.
Finish: Long-lasting with tropical fruits, citrus notes, and a distinctive ash note.
Distillery/Bottler: The Chichibu Distillery was founded in 2007 by Ichiro Akuto and is considered the first new Japanese distillery since 1973. It has quickly earned a reputation for high-quality single malts.