Akkeshi ‘The Greeting of Snow’ Japanese Whisky 2023 700ml

Description

Akkeshis 24 Sekki series seeks to evoke the micro seasons of the Japanese solar year, expressing seasonal nuance in liquid form. Shosetsu encompasses November 22December 6, when the sun and trees subdue their brilliance, contract, and prepare for the cold of winter. Akkeshis Shosetsu The Greeting of Snow is a malt & grain whisky that explores this quivering, hushed time with sharp citrus tempered by comforting baking spice and smoke.

Nose: a citrus-forward nose of candied lemons, pickled ume, and sweet grains

Palate: orange peel and smoky cedar

Finish: bitter lemon peel and vanilla cream