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Chita

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Suntory's single grain whisky from Chita Distillery in Aichi. Light with a gently sweet aroma, it truly blooms in a highball.

Details

BrandSuntory
DistilleryChita
OriginJapan
StyleGrain
AgeNAS
ABV43%
Cask—

Flavour profile

Smoky
Sweet
Fruity
Spicy
Rich

* Editorial estimate.

Tasting notes

Nose
Pure and straightforward, with sweet oak.
Palate
Smooth, sweet and easy-drinking.
Finish
Clean, with a gentle sweetness.

* Editorial tasting notes.

How to enjoy it

  • Highball
  • On the rocks
  • With water

Light and neutral, it shines in a highball. Suntory suggests its "breezy highball", paired with Japanese ingredients.

Food pairing

Japanese food such as tempura, sushi and rolled omelette, or dishes with citrus and Japanese herbs.

Background & production

Made at Suntory's Chita Distillery on the Chita Peninsula in Aichi. It is a single grain whisky drawing on the distillery's long experience making a wide range of grain whiskies.

Made from grain and malt, it is characterised by a light taste and gently sweet aroma. No age statement; bottled at 43%.

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    Sources: suntory.co.jp / suntory.co.jp

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