The name "On The Way" captures the essence of Chichibu Distillery - a distillery still on its journey of development, yet already internationally acclaimed.

Expert Description

Ichiro's Malt On The Way 2019 is a Single Malt Japanese Whisky from Chichibu Distillery, bottled at 51.5%.

The whisky was distilled in 2019 at Chichibu Distillery, founded by Ichiro Akuto in 2008 in Saitama prefecture. The On The Way series is an ongoing release showing the distillery's development year by year, as the casks mature and the character takes shape.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh oak, honey and a light citrus note.

Palate

Full-bodied with spice, caramel and ripe pears.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering oak.

Specifications

Name: Ichiro's Malt On The Way 2019
Distillery: Chichibu
Region/Country: Saitama, Japan
Type: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Vintage: 2019
ABV: 51.5%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Spicy · Fruity · Warm

Investment Potential

Investment perspective

Bottles from Ichiro Akuto's Chichibu Distillery are among the most sought-after in the Japanese whisky market, and vintage releases like the On The Way series typically rise in value shortly after release.

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In his early years, Ichiro Akuto used some of his own inherited whisky stock from the closed Hanyu Distillery to help fund the launch of Chichibu, before the distillery began producing its own spirit.

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Five years after the distillery's 2019 release in the same series, this 2024 bottling shows how far Chichibu has come in its maturation and development.

Expert Description

Ichiro's Malt On The Way 2024 is a Single Malt Japanese Whisky from Chichibu Distillery, bottled at 54.5%.

The whisky is part of the ongoing On The Way series, showing Chichibu Distillery's development year by year since its founding in 2008. The 2024 edition draws on more mature cask stocks than previous vintages, showing a deeper, more complex character.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Toasted oak, dried fruit and a light spiced sweetness.

Palate

Full-bodied with caramel, spice and ripe pears.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering oak.

Specifications

Name: Ichiro's Malt On The Way 2024
Distillery: Chichibu
Region/Country: Saitama, Japan
Type: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Vintage: 2024
ABV: 54.5%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4580617290729

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Spicy · Mature · Warm

Investment Potential

Investment perspective

Chichibu bottles remain among the most sought-after in the Japanese whisky market, and each new vintage in the On The Way series typically sells out quickly.

Did You Know?

The On The Way series was originally conceived as a way to keep whisky enthusiasts updated on the distillery's progress while the first bottles of sufficient age awaited release.

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Wine casks are a rare ingredient in Japanese whisky, but Ichiro Akuto has made them his trademark with the Wine Wood Reserve series.

Expert Description

Ichiro's Malt Wine Wood Reserve 36 is a Pure Malt Japanese Whisky from Chichibu Distillery, bottled at 46%.

The Wine Wood Reserve series is composed of malt whisky finished in wine casks, a technique Ichiro Akuto has experimented with since Chichibu Distillery opened in 2008. The series is numbered, and "36" refers to this specific batch in the ongoing production.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Red berries, grapes and a light, sweet oak.

Palate

Full-bodied with stewed fruit, spice and a hint of tannin.

Finish

Long and wine-like with warm oak.

Specifications

Name: Ichiro's Malt Wine Wood Reserve 36
Distillery: Chichibu
Region/Country: Saitama, Japan
Type: Pure Malt Japanese Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 3700597306901

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Wine-like · Fruity · Spicy

Did You Know?

The labels in the Ichiro's Malt series feature playing cards, a reference to Ichiro Akuto's "Card Series," which cemented his international reputation as a whisky maker.

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Inchfad is the least known of Loch Lomond's island-named styles – but once an independent bottler like That Boutique-y Whisky Company gets hold of it, it becomes hard to ignore.

Expert's Description

Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2018 That Boutique-y Whisky Company 13 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in oak casks and bottled at 49.5%.

The whisky is distilled at Loch Lomond under the Inchfad profile – one of the distillery's three island-named, peated styles – and after 13 years in cask was selected and bottled by British independent bottler That Boutique-y Whisky Company in 2018. Batch 1 of this release totalled 2,473 bottles.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Nutty malt with earthy smoke and a hint of cigar box.

Palate

Light fruitiness of green apple and apricot meets sweet sultana and white grape, while the peat stays firmly present.

Finish

Long, smoky finish with lingering peat and a sweet aftertaste of dried fruit.

Specifications

Name: Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2018 13 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Bottler: That Boutique-y Whisky Company
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 13 years
ABV: 49.5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oak casks
Bottled: 2018
Serving suggestion: Neat or with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Peated · Nutty · Fruity

Investment Potential

Low to medium – That Boutique-y Whisky Company releases in clearly defined batches, and Inchfad is one of the rarer Loch Lomond marques to find as an independent bottling.

Did You Know?

Inchfad is one of three "Inch"-named styles from Loch Lomond – all named after islands in the loch on which the distillery sits.

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Inchgower 2008 The First Edition 10 year Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

First Edition from Andrew Laing and Edition Spirits Ltd. is an exclusive series of single cask bottlings selected with great expertise and deep insight into the craft of whisky‑making. As the son of the renowned Stewart Laing, Andrew continues the family tradition of quality and independent bottling. The series features unique whiskies from across Scotland, bottled at cask strength, without colouring and without chill‑filtration – created for enthusiasts who appreciate true character, authenticity, and artisanal finesse.

Distillery: Inchgower
Series: The First Edition
Vintage: Distilled 2008
Age: 10 years
Type: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask number/type: Refill Hogshead
Alcohol: 46%
Un‑chillfiltered
Natural Colour
Volume: 70 cl

Inchgower 2010/2023 Adelphi Selection 12 Year Palo Cortado Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 57.4%

Inchgower 12 Year is a powerful and fruity Speyside single malt, bottled at cask strength from a single Palo Cortado sherry cask – a limited release of just 512 bottles.

This independent bottling from Adelphi was distilled in 2010 and bottled in 2023 after 12 years of maturation in cask no. 809889, a first-fill Palo Cortado sherry butt. Palo Cortado is a rare sherry style that combines dryness and complexity with nutty and vinous notes – and in this edition, Inchgower’s spicy and slightly vegetal distillate is given room to interact with the depth of the cask.

Nose: Soft stone fruits, floral malt, citrus, and dried herbs
Palate: Stewed plums, honey, prunes, ginger biscuits, and vegetal barley
Finish: Leather, vanilla, spiced apple, clove, and pepper
Distillery: Inchgower (Speyside)
Bottler: Adelphi Selection
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
Distilled: 2010
Bottled: 2023
Cask type: First-fill Palo Cortado Sherry Butt
Cask number: 809889
ABV: 57.4%
Volume: 70 cl
Bottles produced: 512
Non-chill filtered and natural colour

This edition is a fine example of modern, cask-driven whisky, where the sweetness and spice of the sherry are balanced by Inchgower’s natural structure. A dram with both power and finesse – ideal for those seeking sherry intensity without losing the character of the distillate.Listen to our podcast:

Inchgower 2010/2025 Adelphi Selection 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 57.7%

Inchgower 2010 is a bold, sherry-driven Speyside malt matured in a rare Palo Cortado sherry butt – a limited release of just 542 bottles, bottled at natural cask strength.

This independent bottling from Adelphi was distilled in 2010 and bottled in 2025 after 14 years of maturation in cask no. 809891, a first-fill Palo Cortado sherry butt. Known for its dry, nutty and complex profile, Palo Cortado imparts a distinctive character that complements Inchgower’s naturally spicy and coastal style. With no chill-filtration and no added colour, this whisky delivers a pure and intense experience at 57.7% ABV.

• Nose: Rich citrus oils, beeswax, roasted nuts, and a hint of boot polish
• Palate: Full-bodied and oily with honeyed sweetness, spice, and a firm alcohol backbone
• Finish: Long and warming with dried orange peel, pepper, and dry oak
• Distillery: Inchgower (Speyside)
• Bottler: Adelphi Selection
• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Age: 14 years
• Distilled: 2010
• Bottled: 2025
• Cask Type: First-fill Palo Cortado Sherry Butt
• Cask No.: 809891
• ABV: 57.7%
• Volume: 70 cl
• Bottles Produced: 542
• Natural colour and non-chill filtered

This bottling showcases the rare intersection of Inchgower’s robust distillate and the elegance of Palo Cortado sherry wood – a dram for collectors and connoisseurs seeking depth, intensity, and individuality. Listen to our podcast:

Inchgower 2012 Hepburns Choice 10 year Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%

Hepburn’s Choice is a series of young single cask whiskies, all bottled at 46% with no added colouring and no chill‑filtration. The series is named after Stewart Laing’s grandfather, William Hepburn, who was a passionate whisky enthusiast.

Distillery: Inchgower
Series: Hepburn’s Choice
Vintage: Distilled 2012
Age: 10 years
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask number/type: Refill Hogshead
Alcohol: 46%
Un‑chillfiltered
Natural Colour
Volume: 70 cl
Other: Single Cask

Inchgower 23 years The Chess Malt Collection B1 Single Speyside Malt Whisky 57.5%

There's peat, and then there's Inchmoan – Loch Lomond's answer to what happens when the distillery's usual fruitiness meets 50 ppm of smoke. The result isn't a copy of Islay, but its own earthy take on peated whisky.

Expert's Description

Inchmoan 12 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in oak casks and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is distilled from peated malt measured at around 50 ppm and represents the distillery's smoky, earthy style – softer and less medicinal than a typical Islay malt. After 12 years in cask the whisky is non-chill filtered, preserving its full, oily body.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Mint leaf and charred wood meet dark caramel, dried apple, heather honey and a gentle, slightly medicinal peat.

Palate

Spicy with black pepper and cinnamon, balanced by layers of toffee, drying oak and an earthy, damp moss note.

Finish

Long finish of sweet fruit, green grass, black pepper and a touch of citrus.

Specifications

Name: Inchmoan 12 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oak casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
EAN: 5016840155300
Serving suggestion: In a tulip glass, ideally with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Peated · Fruity · Spiced

Did You Know?

Inchmoan is named after a small island in Loch Lomond whose Gaelic name refers to peat – a fitting nod to the whisky's smoky character.

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Loch Lomond has its own depths, and the independent series WhiskyHeroes plays right into that with this Inchmurrin release. "Deep Creatures Of The Lake" is the name – cask strength and a single bourbon barrel are the substance.

Expert's Description

Inchmurrin 10 Year Old Deep Creatures Of The Lake is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in a first-fill bourbon cask and bottled at 58.1%.

The whisky is distilled under the Inchmurrin profile at Loch Lomond and spent 10 years in a single first-fill bourbon cask, before being selected and bottled by the independent series WhiskyHeroes from Brave New Spirits as part of the series' first release. Only 425 bottles were filled from this one cask.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Full vanilla and ripe pear, with a light honeyed sweetness and a touch of oak.

Palate

Powerful and fruity with peach, apple and creamy caramel, carried by the high cask strength.

Finish

Long, warming finish with lingering fruit and a spiced close.

Specifications

Name: Inchmurrin 10 Year Old Deep Creatures Of The Lake Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Bottler: WhiskyHeroes
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 58.1%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: First-fill bourbon cask
Number of bottles: 425
Serving suggestion: Neat or with a few drops of water to tame the cask strength

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Full-bodied · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium – as a single-cask, cask-strength release from WhiskyHeroes' first series, with only 425 bottles, it is already sought after among collectors of independent bottlings.

Did You Know?

WhiskyHeroes won a gold medal at the Global Scotch Whisky Masters for its first series of releases, of which this Inchmurrin expression was part.

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There is an Inchmurrin for every taste – the 10-year-old is the one that stays closest to the distillery's raw, fruity base character, without the extra years that later soften the top notes.

Expert's Description

Inchmurrin 10 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in American oak and bottled at 40%.

Inchmurrin is distilled on Loch Lomond's straight neck pot stills, which help create the distillate's pronounced fruitiness, reinforced by an unusually long fermentation. At 10 years, the whisky is fresher and more directly fruity than the older expressions of the same style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Pear and red apples with a light honeyed sweetness and a touch of freshly cut grass.

Palate

Juicy fruit of peach and apple meets creamy vanilla and a delicate peppery spice.

Finish

Medium finish with lingering fruit and a drying, lightly peppery close.

Specifications

Name: Inchmurrin 10 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak
Distillation method: Straight neck pot stills
Serving suggestion: In a tulip glass, ideally with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Smooth · Fresh

Did You Know?

Inchmurrin is named after the largest island in Loch Lomond, where the ruins of an old monastery can still be visited today.

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Straight neck stills sound like something for technical nerds, but the result is anything but dull. Inchmurrin 12 Year Old is a fruit salad in glass form – peach, apple and pear meeting dark chocolate and exotic spice.

Expert's Description

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in American oak and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is distilled on Loch Lomond's distinctive straight neck pot stills, which help give Inchmurrin its pronounced fruitiness. After 12 years in a combination of ex-bourbon, refill and re-charred American oak casks, the whisky comes across as a lively, sweet and versatile dram.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Pear, red apples and ripe blueberries with cereal, allspice, ginger and pepper in the background, balanced by a sweet toffee tone.

Palate

Peach, red apples and pears create a juicy fruit salad, while grapefruit gives a zesty edge to creamy fudge and vanilla.

Finish

Medium length finish with fruity sweetness, drying oak and a peppery close.

Specifications

Name: Inchmurrin 12 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak (ex-bourbon, refill and re-charred)
Distillation method: Straight neck pot stills
EAN: 5016840155218
Serving suggestion: In a tulip glass, ideally with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Creamy · Spiced

Did You Know?

Inchmurrin's high fruitiness comes from both the straight neck still distillation and an unusually long fermentation time – a combination unique to Loch Lomond.

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On the small island of Inchmurrin in the middle of Loch Lomond lies the name for one of the distillery's most fruit-forward styles. 18 years in cask has given this expression a depth of nuts, spice and ripe apple that surprises those expecting a light summer whisky.

Expert's Description

Inchmurrin 18 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in oak casks and bottled at 46%.

Inchmurrin is distilled on Loch Lomond's straight neck Lomond still, which captures the spirit at an unusually high strength of around 83-85%, giving it a highly fruity character reinforced by an extra-long fermentation. After 18 years in cask, the whisky has developed a depth of nuts, dried fruit and spice, building on the distillate's natural fruitiness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Hob nobs and whole grain biscuits, cinnamon bark and caramel-coated almonds and hazelnuts, with overripe orange and a hint of mint.

Palate

Green grass and herby notes meet black pepper, old leather and caramel, with tropical fruit and tobacco.

Finish

Long, warming finish with spice and liquorice, drying oak and caramel.

Specifications

Name: Inchmurrin 18 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 18 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oak casks
Distillation method: Straight neck Lomond still
EAN: 5016840157212
Serving suggestion: In a tulip glass, ideally with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Nutty · Spiced · Smooth

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Inchmurrin is named after the largest island in Loch Lomond, where the ruins of an old monastery can still be visited today.

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Madeira casks often give whisky a sun-soaked, fruity glow, and with Inchmurrin it turns into a feast of red berries and spiced chocolate. This expression shows just how far the distillery's fruity style can be stretched with the right cask.

Expert's Description

Inchmurrin Madeira Wood Finish is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in bourbon casks with a Madeira finish and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is first matured in ex-bourbon casks before being transferred to casks that previously held Madeira – a fortified wine from the Portuguese island of the same name. The finish gives the whisky its signature fullness of red berries, chocolate and spice, without ever drowning Inchmurrin's natural fruitiness. The whisky is non-chill filtered.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Bright and sweet with light smoke, orange, mango and toffee, plus a dusty fruitiness of red berries and fortified wine.

Palate

Dark and full with charred wood, cinnamon and coffee cake, along with chocolate confectionery filled with red berries and creamy vanilla.

Finish

Intense finish of smoke and roasted chestnuts, with lingering black pepper and a touch of liquorice.

Specifications

Name: Inchmurrin Madeira Wood Finish Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon casks, finished in Madeira casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
EAN: 5016840153214
Serving suggestion: In a tulip glass at room temperature

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Sherry-matured · Spiced · Full-bodied

Did You Know?

The Madeira wine that previously filled these casks comes from the Portuguese island of the same name – historically famous for fortified wines once "matured" on long sea voyages through warm climates.

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Invergordon 1987/2024 Coopers Choice 33 Year Old Single Grain Scotch Whisky 46.5%

Invergordon 1987 vintage from independent bottler Coopers Choice, aged for 33 years. This Single Grain Scotch Whisky is bottled at 46.5% ABV, with only 360 bottles available worldwide. Enjoy this Bourbon Cask Matured expression with a few drops of water.

Distillery: Invergordon
Bottler: The Coopers Choice
Vintage: 1987/2024
Age: 33 years
Type: Single Grain Whisky
Cask number/type: cask ref. 88794
Alcohol strength: 46.5%
Number of bottles: 360
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Colour
Other: 70 cl
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