Akashi Red Blended Whisky

Akashi Red Blended Whisky is a light, approachable whisky from Eigashima Shuzo, whose White Oak Distillery sits on the coast at Akashi, near Kobe. Eigashima's history stretches back to 1888, and the company received its licence to produce whisky in 1919, while its dedicated whisky distillery was built in 1984 in a mild, stable seaside climate.

Akashi Red is a blend of malt and grain whiskies, offered at an accessible price as an entry point to the Akashi range. It has a rounded, easy-going mouthfeel, with gentle notes of cherry and spice alongside vanilla and dried fruit. Its smooth, gentle character makes it a good introduction for newcomers, and it can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks or as the base of a refreshing highball. Bottled at 40% ABV in a 500ml bottle.