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Akkeshi

Expert Score

88 / 100

Excellent — highly recommended.

Based on production quality, age maturation, and sensory complexity.

Akkeshi
Japanese

Akkeshi Peated Single Malt

Tokachi, Japan 1905 Views
4.4

Community Favorite

Based on 67 community ratings

Age

NAS

Strength

55.00% ABV

Cask

Mizunara & Ex-Bourbon

Size

700ml

The Story

Hokkaido's answer to Islay. Maritime peat from Japan's northern coast — raw, coastal, and distinctly Japanese despite its Scottish inspiration.

Tasting Notes

"Sea salt peat, Mizunara sandalwood, and kelp. Maritime and smoky with citrus, coconut, and a long, briny finish."

Flavor Profile

Smoky
Peaty
Spicy
Maritime

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