| Brand | Ichiro’s Malt |
| Region | Japan |
| Spirits Type | Whisky |
| Spirits Style | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% |
Product details
Ichiro’s Malt represents the vision of Ichiro Akuto, whose dedication to heritage, patience, and forward thinking has reshaped Japan’s premium brown-goods landscape. Chichibu II marks a bold second chapter, established in 2019 amid the mountains of northwestern Saitama, where nature and craftsmanship move in quiet rhythm. This Proof 111 release reflects that philosophy of inheritance and progression, combining time-honored practices with a forward-looking spirit. Carefully matured and produced in small quantities, it showcases depth, structure, and a confident intensity that speaks to both tradition and the promise of what lies ahead.
On the nose, a luminous fruit character rises first, layered with notes of orchard fruit, citrus peel, and gentle sweetness. The palate is rich and full, offering concentrated flavors of ripe pear, apple, and caramelized sugar, balanced by warming spice and polished oak. The texture is bold yet controlled, unfolding gradually with impressive presence. The finish is long and resonant, leaving a lingering impression of fruit, wood, and quiet power—an invitation to slow down, reflect, and savor the journey of time and growth.
