Ichiro's Whiskey Malt Single Cask 7084 Single Malt Whisky

This single-cask bottling, affectionately known as the "Lazy Cask," is a testament to the pioneering spirit of Ichiro Akuto and the Chichibu Distillery. Distilled in 2016, this exceptional single malt spent seven years maturing in a second-fill ex-Bourbon barrel that once held peated whisky. That previous occupancy is a crucial detail. While the barley itself was unpeated, the residual smoke from the cask imparts a delicate, sophisticated layer of earthiness. It's a truly fascinating fusion. This highly allocated release showcases the remarkable depth Chichibu achieves in a relatively short aging period.

Every bottle from Cask #7084 is a unique snapshot of time. The whisky is bottled at a powerful cask strength, ensuring you taste the raw, unadulterated influence of the wood and the Saitama climate. This is not just a bottle; it's a piece of Japanese whisky history, reflecting the precise, small-batch, hands-on production that has made Chichibu a global phenomenon. It offers both collectors and dedicated drinkers a profound, complex experience you won’t find elsewhere.

Nose: Rich aromas of butter cream and toasted brioche rise, beautifully intertwined with soft orchard fruit, dried apple, and a whisper of sweet wood smoke.

Palate: The texture is surprisingly oily and full-bodied, delivering complex flavors of manuka honey, white pepper, baked vanilla pastry, and a hint of salinity.

Finish: A long, elegant conclusion where the gentle, savory peat smoke anchors the palate, fading into lingering notes of ginger spice and creamy oak.

The gentle peat and creamy texture of this cask-strength whisky make it a wonderful partner for high-quality, subtle foods. Pair it with seared scallops dusted with white pepper or a delicate miso-glazed cod. Its complex sweetness is a crucial complement to a fine Japanese cheesecake or a sophisticated green tea mochi.