Akashi Blended Japanese Whisky
$44.00
Classification: Japanese Whisky
Distillery: White Oak Distillery
Mashbill: Mix of malt and grain whiskies
Age: NAS, Blend of whiskies aged in ex-bourbon, sherry, and shochu casks
Proof: 80
This Japanese whisky is like the friend who shows up to the party in a plain T-shirt, no flash, no fuss—yet somehow still manages to win everyone over.
On the nose, it’s vanilla and caramel doing their best “greatest hits” impression, with just a little herbal whisper in the background—like a bartender who occasionally hums while pouring your pint.
On the palate, it’s smooth, light, and a touch shy—caramel, vanilla, and grain strolling hand in hand. Some might call it “too young,” others call it “charmingly subtle.” Either way, it’s the kind of pour you don’t have to overthink to enjoy.
The finish is short to medium, caramel and grain hanging around just long enough to say “cheers,” with the occasional flicker of spice or peat like a wink across the table.
Bottom line: it’s not a life-changing dram, but it doesn’t need to be. It’s easy, approachable, and downright likable—the whisky equivalent of good company and a comfortable chair.
Availability: 5 in stock
