Ichiro's Malt Chichibu Distillery II Hint of Sherry 2026 is a single malt Japanese whisky bottled at 53.5% ABV, showcasing the artistry of sherry cask maturation with deep fruitiness and warm, mellow sweetness complemented by pleasant smokiness that envelops each sip.

From the rolling hills of Saitama Prefecture, Chichibu Distillery represents the modern renaissance of Japanese whisky craftsmanship. Under the guidance of Ichiro Akuto, this young distillery has quickly earned acclaim for its meticulous attention to detail and innovative cask management. Since its establishment in 2019, Venture Whisky Ltd. has created expressions that honor Japanese terroir while embracing the influence of carefully selected barrels from around the world.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Pleasant smokiness, dried fruits, sherry sweetness, toasted oak, honey
• Palate: Deep vibrant fruitiness, warm mellow sweetness, subtle spice, dark chocolate, raisins
• Finish: Long finish with lingering sherry warmth, gentle smoke, dried fruit notes

Product Details

Perfect For

• Evening contemplation: Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to unlock the sherry complexity
• Special occasions: A limited edition Japanese whisky perfect for celebrating milestones
• Collectors: Limited release from one of Japan's most respected young distilleries
• Whisky education: Showcasing the modern evolution of Japanese single malt craftsmanship

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ichiro's Malt Chichibu II Hint of Sherry taste like?

Ichiro's Malt Chichibu II delivers a rich, fruity profile with warm sherry sweetness balanced by pleasant smokiness. The sherry cask influence creates layers of dried fruits, raisins, and dark chocolate, while maintaining the clean, precise character that defines Japanese whisky.

How should I drink this Japanese whisky?

This expression is best enjoyed neat at room temperature to appreciate its complex sherry influence, or with a few drops of water to open up the deep fruitiness. The 53.5% ABV provides excellent intensity while remaining approachable for contemplative sipping.

Is this whisky good for someone new to Japanese spirits?

While the sherry influence makes this more approachable than heavily peated expressions, the 53.5% ABV and complex flavor profile make it better suited for intermediate to experienced whisky drinkers who can appreciate its nuanced character and limited availability.

What makes Chichibu Distillery special?

Chichibu Distillery, established in 2019 by Ichiro Akuto, represents the new generation of Japanese whisky making. Despite its youth, the distillery has gained recognition for innovative cask management and expressions that showcase both Japanese terroir and international barrel influences.

How does this compare to other Japanese whiskies?

Unlike the lighter, more delicate profiles of many Japanese whiskies, this expression offers robust sherry influence similar to Speyside Scotch whiskies, while maintaining the precision and clean finish characteristic of Japanese distillation techniques.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.