Whisky Ritto Single Malt Peated 70cl - Akkeshi

Akkeshi

Format: 70 cl

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Technical information
Producer Akkeshi
Type Single malt whisky
Aromatic profile Smoky, peaty, notes of wood and vanilla
Ingredients Malted barley
Format 70 cl
Gradation 55.0%
Type of cask Oak barrels
Aging Minimum 3 years
Distillation method Pot still still
Number of distillations 2
Filtration Non chill-filtered
Color Light amber
Consumption Neat, with water or ice
The Whisky Ritto Single Malt Peated by Akkeshi is born in the Akkeshi region, in Japanese Hokkaido, a territory that fascinates for its proximity to the ocean and its harsh winters. This distillate best expresses the Japanese reinterpretation of the Scottish tradition of peated whisky, thanks to the careful selection of heavily smoked malts. The aromatic profile is distinguished by its intensity: notes of smoky peat intertwine with hints of oak wood and a light malt sweetness, accompanied by iodized accents that evoke the nearby sea.

The aging takes place in oak barrels, which moderate the power of the peat, giving complexity and a long persistence on the palate. On the taste, it is full and enveloping, with a balanced structure between robust smoke and malt softness, culminating in a clean and persistent finish. Ritto is a whisky that suits moments of thoughtful tasting, but thanks to its characteristic peatiness, it finds excellent pairings with smoked dishes and grilled meats. A sensory experience that leads to the discovery of a terroir and craftsmanship entirely Japanese.
Distillery

Akkeshi

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Akkeshi.

Akkeshi is a Japanese distillery based in Akkeshi (Hokkaido) specializing in the production of single malt and blended whiskies. It is known for the series inspired by the 24 solar terms and for an approach that combines traditional Scottish methods with the characteristics of Hokkaido's coastal terroir.
Japanese whisky Japanese single malt peated whisky blended whisky Hokkaido whisky
Country Japan
Region Hokkaido
Founded 2016

Distillation

Pot still distillation (Forsyth stills); production of both peated and unpeated malts; use of single pot still for part of the grain whisky production.

Ageing

Maturation in dunnage and racked warehouses; use of the local climatic influence (sea air/fog) as a defining element; experimentation with different types of casks.

Raw materials

malted barley grains (where indicated: wheat, rice, buckwheat) water (sourced from the Homakai River area / local resources)

Representative products

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