Chichibu 2012 Single Cask #2078 For Modern Malt Whisky Market

Distilled in 2012 at the pioneering Chichibu distillery, this single cask whisky embodies a dedication to traditional Japanese craftsmanship born from the legacy of the Hanyu distillery. Crafted with meticulous attention – from wooden washbacks and small, uniquely shaped stills to hand-stirred mash – Chichibu benefits from a climate ideal for maturation. This 62.6% ABV expression, bottled in 2016 from hogshead cask #2078, offers a complex and refined character reflective of its careful production and the influence of its environment. Expect a whisky that showcases the burgeoning quality of the Japanese whisky revolution.