New Chichibu Whiskey Arrivals

New Chichibu Whiskey Arrivals

[Chichibu 2016 for Friends

This is Chichibu 2016 for Friends, a private bottle from Mahorobi, Matsumoto City, celebrating their 45th anniversary.
We were able to welcome one to our store as well.

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This is one of Chichibu Distillery's special casks, made from floor-malted Maris Otter barley, a classic flavor that is on the verge of extinction, and aged in first fill bourbon barrels.
Enjoy the concentrated, fresh and mellow flavors of the high angel share.

-Tasting Note-.
Color: Deep gold
Nose: Honeyed lemon, citrus fruits, grapes, gradually revealing maple syrup, vanilla and aromatic wood.
Taste: blackberry, high cocoa, barley chocolate
FINISH: Slightly cumin, peppermint, and salt appear, with a gorgeous honey and fruity finish.
Comments: When watered, the wine becomes slightly grassy and the aromas of vanilla and citrus fruits increase, and sweetness such as sweet and sour and peaches spread on the palate.
*Quotes from the sales website

Maris Otter barley may not be a familiar name in whiskey making. However, as an ingredient in beer, it has been a favorite variety for many years.
I've been doing some research and I've picked up a lot of beer brewing sites.

Maris Otter was introduced in 1965, mainly in England, and is now considered a classic variety.
Immediately after its introduction, it became one of the leading pale ale barley varieties in England in the 1970s due to its excellent brewing characteristics and the unique "fresh bread, toast, biscuit, and honey" flavors it produces.
Although it was dropped from the official list of recommended species in 1989, it remains a popular barley for ales.
Although the yield is lower than modern varieties, winemakers who value the unique flavors it brings will spend more money to prepare it with Maris Otter.

The Maris Otter of the ale beer world is in close proximity to the Golden Promise of the Scotch whiskey world.
Golden Promise is another legendary breed that was introduced in the 1960s!

We hope you will enjoy the experience while focusing on the differences between the varieties and the thoughts behind the preparation of the wine.
This bottle is available in half shot only.

We look forward to serving you today: ‼️

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