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Ichiro’s Malt On The Way 2024 Chichibu Single Malt Whisky

Ichiro’s Malt On The Way 2024 is an exclusive and highly sought-after single malt whisky from the Japanese Chichibu Distillery, founded by Ichiro Akuto – a legendary figure in modern Japanese whisky production. This edition is part of the acclaimed "On The Way" series, which serves as a kind of journey narrative for the distillery’s development on its path toward fully matured core expressions.

The whisky is a small batch single malt released in a limited quantity in 2024. It is composed of casks from different vintages and maturation levels, including both new oak casks and ex-bourbon casks, providing a unique insight into Chichibu’s character and complexity – even at a relatively young age. It offers an incredibly rich taste with fruity notes of apples, pears, and citrus fruits. This is followed by developing vanilla flavors and a long, balanced finish.

• Distillery: Chichibu
• Name: On The Way
• Number of bottles: 12,000 pcs.
• Country: Japan
• Type: Single Malt Japanese Whisky
• ABV: 54.5%
• Volume: 70 cl

Inchdairnie 2021 Finglassie Coopers Choice Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 54%

Inchdairnie 2021 Finglassie vintage whisky is part of the renowned The Cooper’s Choice series from The Vintage Malt Whisky Co., founded in 1992 by Brian Crook and celebrated for its high-quality independent bottlings. This particular release, limited to just 270 bottles, was matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and Marsala casks.

Tasting Notes – Inchdairnie 2021 Finglassie Coopers Choice

From the very first moment you nose this exclusive single malt from the Lowland-based Inchdairnie Distillery, you’re met with an enticing freshness that reflects the distillery’s clean house style and technical precision. The aroma is vibrant and fruity, with pronounced notes of sweet grains and ripe pears, evoking images of freshly cut hay and sun-drenched orchards. A delicate background warmth of spice is balanced by floral honey and freshly squeezed citrus, forming a deep and complex bouquet that invites contemplation.

On the palate, the whisky delivers a rich and full-bodied mouthfeel that unfolds in layers. Initial notes of baked apple and caramelized sugar give it a dessert-like character, yet it remains beautifully balanced and never overly sweet. Smooth vanilla tones from the casks enhance the profile, and a subtle complexity emerges with hints of green banana. A gentle whisper of smoke starts to appear – not overpowering, but rather a dry, refined touch of charred wood and toasted barley. Toward the finish, warming spices such as cinnamon and clove emerge, adding contrast to the fruitier elements.

The finish is long, evolving, and nuanced. The tasting experience concludes with elegant traces of dried fruits, mellow oak, and a spicy sweetness that gradually fades into a subtle dry finale. This is a whisky with great depth and complexity, offering both challenge and satisfaction to the senses – a true masterpiece of contemporary Scottish whisky craftsmanship.

Distillery: Inchdairnie 2021 Finglassie
Bottler: The Cooper’s Choice
Bottled: 2021
Age: NA
Type: Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask Type/Number: American Oak & Marsala Cask / Cask No. #410
ABV: 54%
Number of bottles: 270
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Colour
70 cl
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Inchfad (Loch Lomond) 2005/2018 A. D. Rattray 13 Year Old Single Highland Malt Whisky 56.9%

Inchfad 2005 from A. D. Rattray is a powerful and characterful single malt whisky from the Highland region, distilled at Loch Lomond Distillery and bottled after 13 years of maturation. This edition is part of A. D. Rattray’s exclusive Cask Collection, where each bottle comes from a single cask and is bottled at natural cask strength without chill-filtration or added color. The result is an unfiltered and intense tasting experience, allowing both spirit and wood to speak freely.

The whisky was distilled on February 24, 2005, and bottled on November 12, 2018, giving it maturity and complexity shaped by time in a bourbon hogshead and the distinctive style Inchfad is known for. Inchfad is one of the smokier and rarer malt variants from Loch Lomond, standing apart from the distillery’s fruitier profiles. Instead, it delivers deep smoke, spice, and a lightly oily texture that makes it both challenging and rewarding.

The nose opens with notes of white pepper, bacon, vanilla, and citrus, followed by a hint of minty freshness and toasted oak. The palate is rich and complex, layered with peat smoke, sweet fruit, malt, and spice. Expect apple, banana, and honey at the core, while the finish is long, dry, and smoky with touches of cinnamon, dark chocolate, and a subtle oak bitterness. The combination of high strength and natural aging creates an intense and honest dram that will especially appeal to seasoned whisky enthusiasts.

With only 316 bottles drawn from cask number 431, this Inchfad is a collector’s item and a rare opportunity to explore a lesser-known side of Loch Lomond Distillery. It’s ideal for slow enjoyment, preferably with a few drops of water to unlock its more delicate aromas and flavors. It also pairs well with strong cheeses, smoked meats, or as a contemplative dram after a fine meal.

Distillery: Loch Lomond
Name: Inchfad
Distilled: February 24, 2005
Bottled: November 12, 2018
Age: 13 years
Bottler: A. D. Rattray
Region: Highland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask type: Bourbon Hogshead no. 431
Alcohol: 56.9%
Volume: 70 cl
Filtration: Un-chillfiltered
Color: Natural
Bottles: 316

Inchfad 2005/2018 is a whisky with edge, depth, and personality – a dram for those who appreciate the unexpected and the authentic in Scottish whisky craftsmanship.

Inchfad 2016/2024 Adelphi Selection is a bold and rare Highland single malt whisky bottled at 57%, matured for 8 years in a first-fill Pedro Ximénez sherry cask. Distilled at Loch Lomond in 2016 and bottled by Adelphi in 2024, this limited edition release is part of the acclaimed Adelphi Selection series, known for its uncompromising quality and single cask expressions. Only 205 bottles were drawn from cask no. 1326, making it a true collector’s item.

Inchfad is one of the smokier and more distinctive spirit styles produced at Loch Lomond Distillery. When paired with the richness of a PX sherry cask, the result is a whisky of remarkable depth and contrast. The nose opens with waves of earthy peat smoke, dark berries, dried fruits, and hints of vanilla and toasted oak. On the palate, it delivers a full-bodied and oily texture with layers of sweet sherry, roasted malt, licorice, cracked pepper, and a subtle medicinal edge. The finish is long, warming, and smoky, with lingering notes of cocoa, spice, and dried figs.

This expression is bottled at natural cask strength, unchillfiltered and with natural color, preserving the whisky’s full character and complexity. It’s a dram that rewards slow exploration and benefits from a few drops of water to unlock its deeper layers. Ideal for seasoned whisky drinkers who appreciate bold peat, sherry richness, and the individuality of single cask bottlings.

Distillery: Loch Lomond
Name: Inchfad
Bottler: Adelphi Selection
Distilled: 2016
Bottled: 2024
Age: 8 years
Region: Highland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cask type: First Fill Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask No. 1326
Alcohol: 57%
Volume: 70 cl
Un-chillfiltered
Natural Colour
Bottles: 205
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Inchfad 2016/2024 is a powerful and expressive whisky that showcases the smoky side of Loch Lomond in perfect harmony with rich sherry influence.