Akashi 5 Year Sake Cask Aged Japanese Single Malt Whisky 750mL

A unique fusion of Japanese whisky and sake tradition, Akashi 5 Year Sake Cask Aged Single Malt is an innovative expression from Eigashima Shuzo, Japan’s oldest whisky distillery. This limited-release single malt is lightly peated, aged four years in ex-bourbon barrels, and finished for one year in ex-Kijoshu sake casks, imparting delicate layers of umami, sweetness, and soft spice. Process & Profile Distillery: Eigashima Shuzo, Akashi, Japan Mash Bill: 100% lightly peated malted barley Distillation: Copper pot stills Maturation: Aged 4 years in ex-bourbon barrels, finished for 1 year in ex-Kijoshu sake casks (American oak) Non-Chill Filtered: Preserving its full depth and texture Limited Release: A rare and experimental Japanese whisky ABV: 50% Tasting Notes Nose: Candied orange, almond butter, and sake lees, offering a rich, nutty sweetness with delicate floral undertones. Palate: Saltwater taffy, cocoa, and subtle umami richness, blending sweetness with