Chichibu Ichiro's Malt The First Ten 10 Year Old

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Chichibu Ichiro’s Malt The First Ten 10 Year Old is a landmark Japanese single malt whisky, representing the first official 10-year-old release from the globally acclaimed Chichibu Distillery. Read more
Chichibu Ichiro's Malt The First Ten 10 Year Old
Regular price £899.95 GBP
Regular price Sale price £899.95 GBP
£749.96 ex VAT
Sale Sold out
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Bottle Information

Bottler: Distillery
Type: Single Malt
Volume: 70cl
Region: Japanese
Age: 10 Year Old
ABV: 50.5%
No. of bottles: 5000

Tasting Notes

Nose Honey, ripe orchard fruits, vanilla cream, and toasted oak with hints of citrus and baking spice. Palate Rich and silky, revealing flavours of caramelised apples, tropical fruits, malt sweetness, cinnamon, and gentle oak. Finish Long and elegant, with lingering vanilla, spice, oak warmth, and subtle fruit sweetness.

Chichibu Ichiro’s Malt The First Ten 10 Year Old is a landmark Japanese single malt whisky, representing the first official 10-year-old release from the globally acclaimed Chichibu Distillery. Crafted under the guidance of legendary whisky maker Ichiro Akuto, this highly sought-after release quickly became one of the most celebrated Japanese whiskies of modern times.

Bottled at 50.5% ABV and limited to just 5,000 bottles, The First Ten showcases the extraordinary balance, depth, and elegance that have made Chichibu one of the world’s most revered distilleries. Combining rich oak influence, vibrant fruit character, and delicate spice, the whisky delivers remarkable complexity and maturity despite the distillery’s relatively young age. Its exceptional quality was recognised globally when it won Best Japanese Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards 2021.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • Official 10 year old Japanese single malt whisky from Chichibu Distillery
  • Created by renowned whisky maker Ichiro Akuto
  • Limited to just 5,000 bottles worldwide
  • Bottled at 50.5% ABV
  • Winner of Best Japanese Single Malt – World Whiskies Awards 2021
  • One of the most collectible and acclaimed modern Japanese whiskies

The Chichibu Ichiro’s Malt The First Ten 10 Year Old is a historic and highly collectible Japanese whisky, combining richness, elegance, and remarkable maturity in one exceptional release. Sophisticated, beautifully balanced, and globally celebrated, it’s an essential bottle for serious whisky enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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Chichibu Distillery, founded in 2007 by Ichiro Akuto, nestles in the foothills of the Chichibu Mountains northwest of Chichibu City, Japan. Renowned for its dedication to Japanese whisky craftsmanship, the distillery stands out by malting some Japanese barley on-site and using Japanese oak washbacks in the fermentation process. Two small stillscomplete the setup, producing refined, characterful spirits that capture the essence of Chichibu’s climate and terroir—securing Chichibu Distillery’s reputation for innovation and quality among whisky enthusiasts worldwide.
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