Akkeshi Single Malt Japanese Whisky Rikka（立夏）- PEATED

This is the 19th edition of Akkeshi’s “Solar Term Series”. 

The clear blue skies of early summer are a season when the iris flowers on the shores of lake Akkeshi are particularly striking.The peatiness unique to Akkeshi malt has developed a Japanese citrus aroma with age.The key malt for this release is made from Hokkaido-grown malt and mizunara barrels.

Tasting Notes 

Aroma:

Seasonal peaches, apricots, mandarin oranges, and kinako mochi topped with black honey

Taste:

Chocolate and orange confit

Aftertaste:

Black pepper, Hyuganatsu(日向夏), and a stroll along the beach

Type : Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Alcohol : 55%

Volume : 700ml

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