Akkeshi Boshu 2021 Peated Single Malt Japanese Whisky 70 cl 55%

Boshu is the name of one of the 24 traditional Japanese seasonal periods - a reminder of how closely Akkeshi's whisky is tied to the rhythm of nature.

Expert Description

Akkeshi Boshu 2021 is a Peated Single Malt Japanese Whisky, bottled at 55%.

Akkeshi Distillery is located on Hokkaido and was founded in 2016 with a clear ambition to create a Japanese counterpart to Islay whisky. Each release in the Kanreki series is named after one of the 24 sekki, traditional Japanese solar calendar periods, and Boshu marks the time when the grain is ripe for harvest.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Peated smoke, sea salt and ripe grain fields.

Palate

Intense with smoke, pepper and a hint of sweetness.

Finish

Long and peaty with lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Akkeshi Boshu 2021
Distillery: Akkeshi
Region/Country: Hokkaido, Japan
Type: Peated Single Malt Japanese Whisky
ABV: 55%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4573479360358

Flavour Profile

Intense · Smoky · Salty · Spicy

Investment Potential

Investment perspective

Akkeshi Distillery is relatively young but has already gained great international recognition, making early Kanreki releases like Boshu attractive to collectors.

Did You Know?

Akkeshi sits at the same latitude as Scotland and has a similar coastal climate with peat nearby, which was decisive in choosing this exact location for the distillery.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Akkeshi Boshu 2021

What does the name Boshu mean?

It is the name of one of the 24 traditional Japanese solar calendar periods, marking when the grain is ripe for harvest.

When was Akkeshi Distillery founded?

The distillery was founded in 2016 on Hokkaido with the ambition of creating a Japanese counterpart to Islay whisky.

What is the Kanreki series?

A series of releases, each named after one of the 24 Japanese sekki periods.

How strong is Akkeshi Boshu?

It is bottled at 55% ABV.

Why is Akkeshi compared to Islay?

The distillery was founded with the aim of creating a peated, smoky whisky in the style of the Scottish Islay whiskies.

What does Akkeshi Boshu 2021 taste like?

Intense with peated smoke, sea salt, pepper and a long, spicy finish.