Akashi

Whisky Akashi Blended Red 50cl

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Format: 50 cl

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Producer Akashi
Type Whisky
Aromatic profile Notes of vanilla, dried fruit, light spices
Ingredients Malted barley, cereals
Format 50 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Type of cask American and European oak barrels
Aging Minimum 3 years
Distillation method Continuous and batch distillation
Number of distillations 2
Filtration Cold filtration
Color Light amber
Consumption Neat, with ice or in cocktails

Akashi Blended Red Whisky is a fascinating Japanese spirit rich in history. Produced by the Eigashima Distillery, one of the oldest distilleries in Japan, located near the sea in the city of Akashi. This whisky represents a perfect balance between tradition and innovation. The 50cl bottle holds a light amber-colored liquid.


From an organoleptic perspective, Akashi Blended Red Whisky offers a surprisingly complex aromatic profile for a blend. On the nose, notes of ripe fruit, vanilla, and a light hint of sweet spices can be detected, owing to maturation in casks previously used for bourbon and sherry. On the palate, it stands out for its smoothness and slight sweetness, with nuances of malt, caramel, and a hint of oak, all balanced by a fresh liveliness.


Ideal for enjoying neat or with an ice cube to enhance its characteristics, Akashi Blended Red Whisky is an excellent choice for both whisky aficionados and those new to this Japanese spirit. Its versatility also makes it a great ingredient for refined and innovative cocktails.


Brand

Akashi

Brand

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Akashi.

Akashi is the whisky brand produced by Eigashima Shuzo (White Oak), a Japanese company based in Akashi (Hyōgo Prefecture). The range includes blended and single malt whiskies, with products marketed both as individual bottles and in gift packs.
Japanese whisky blended whisky single malt whiskies in gift boxes
Country Japan
Region Hyōgo
Founded 1888

Ageing

Maturation in casks (including Sherry cask and Bourbon cask) and subsequent vatting for some expressions; some releases use finishing in particular casks (e.g. mizunara in selected releases). Some bottles are bottled without chill-filtration and without added colouring.

Raw materials

malted barley water

Representative products

Akashi Blended Blue (Blue Label) 700ml Akashi Blended Red (Red Label) 500ml Akashi White Oak Blended 500ml Akashi Single Malt (White Oak) 500ml Akashi Meïsei (Meisei) Blended 500ml Akashi Ume Blend 50cl Gift packs / packs with glasses (giftbox editions)

Official Awards

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