A playful, US-exclusive limited edition from Japan’s cult Chichibu distillery. The 2024 Ichiro’s Malt features Steamboat Willie (Mickey Mouse) on the label and is crafted from just sixteen casks—including floor-malted Chichibu barley—delivering vibrant, artisanal Japanese whisky at 52.5% ABV.
Key Details: - Distillery: Chichibu (Venture Whisky), Saitama, Japan - Edition: US 2024 Limited Edition “Mickey Mouse” (Steamboat Willie label) - Style: Single Malt Japanese Whisky - ABV: 52.5% - Bottle Size: 70cl - Distillation: 100% unpeated malted barley - Fermentation: 100 hours in Mizunara oak washbacks - Stills: Double distilled in Forsyths copper pot stills - Maturation: 4–10 years in 15 ex-bourbon casks and 1 ex-sherry cask (non-age statement) - Casks: Includes two barrels floor-malted at Chichibu Distillery - Filtration/Colour: Non-chill filtered, no added colouring - Label: Features Steamboat Willie (Mickey Mouse) enjoying a dram against a Southern California sunset - Packaging: original box included - Condition: Bottle and label in excellent condition
Tasting Notes: Nose: Bright orchard fruit, vanilla, and honeyed malt with hints of citrus, oak, and soft spice. Palate: Lively and layered—sweet barley, apple, and lemon zest balanced by toffee, baking spice, and polished oak. Finish: Long, clean, and warming with lingering fruit, vanilla, and a touch of sherry richness.
Why Collect This Bottle: - US-Exclusive: Limited edition, highly allocated, and not available outside the US market - Playful Label: Features Steamboat Willie (Mickey Mouse) for unique collector appeal - Chichibu Craft: Small-batch, unpeated, and partially floor-malted—true artisanal production
Seller Notes: - Stored upright in a cool, dark, climate-controlled environment - Fill level: high/into neck; capsule/security seal intact - Minimal handling marks; label and glass in excellent condition
Bidder Confidence: - Authenticity assured - Professional, secure packaging for shipping - International shipping available; buyer responsible for local duties and taxes
