In Ichiro’s words “An all world whisky” the key malt is Ichiro’s Malt, with his selection of Scotch, Irish, Canadian and Bourbon aged in country 3-5 years and aged on sight in Chichibu an additional 1-3 years. Ichiro’s Malt and Grain is blended to balance a heart of Japanese whisky complimented by the major whiskies of the world. On the nose; apricot, popcorn toffee, vanilla cream, meyer lemon zest. The palate has toffee roasted chestnut, gingerbread, and vanilla flavors that finish with honey and black pepper.