{"product_id":"2024-chichibu-cask-7084-ichiros-malt-128-proof-700ml","title":"2024 Chichibu Cask #7084 Ichiro's Malt 128 Proof 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minor creases on display box\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Chichibu Distillery, though young, has already achieved legendary status for its limited-edition releases. This particular single cask bottling, Cask #7084, embodies the distillery's philosophy of exquisite balance and nuanced complexity, reflecting a meditative quality hinted at by its label's phrase. A true connoisseur's delight, this whisky offers a harmonious interplay of vibrant fruit, delicate spice, and refined oak, making each sip an exploration of Japanese whisky artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e The initial nosing reveals a complex bouquet of dried fruits, particularly apricot and fig, interwoven with vanilla bean and a delicate floral perfume. Underlying notes of sandalwood, marzipan, and a whisper of white chocolate emerge, hinting at a nuanced aging process. There's a subtle nuttiness, perhaps roasted almond, balanced by a faint wisp of cedar and fresh-cut oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is remarkably soft and oily, coating the mouth with a wave of sweet caramel and toffee. This quickly transitions into a more vibrant mid-palate, where bright citrus zest (orange peel), green apple, and a touch of ginger spice come to the fore. Darker notes of milk chocolate, roasted coffee beans, and a pleasant minerality provide depth, while the oak influence is present but well-integrated, offering structure without harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long, warming, and elegantly complex. Sweetness lingers, evolving into notes of butterscotch and a delicate honeyed malt. The spice re-emerges gently with black pepper and cinnamon, followed by a persistent echo of dark fruit and a faint, refined smokiness that invites further contemplation. The oak remains a backbone, drying slightly but leaving a clean, satisfying impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reserve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533769421018,"sku":"NDC-00037","price":1560.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/2024_Chichibu_Cask_7084_Ichiro_s_Malt_128_Proof_700ml-1.jpg?v=1788382727","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/2024-chichibu-cask-7084-ichiros-malt-128-proof-700ml","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}