Akkeshi : Seimei

Characteristics and tasting tips for Seimei by Akkeshi

Tasting

Nose
A lush and refined profile with notes of butterscotch, vanilla and Manuka honey, marked by Bourbon casks. Complex aromas of citrus and smoke then develop, evoking local soy sauce, accompanied by vanilla nuances.

Palate
A rich palate expressing honeyed and chocolatey sweetness, accented by white pepper and the fruity freshness of candied lemon. The ensemble reveals remarkable complexity, both sweet and fresh, structured by iodized peat that imparts length and persistence.

Food pairings and serving suggestions

This exceptional Single Malt is best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate its aromatic complexity and depth of flavor.

The refinement and vibrancy of a Japanese Single Malt from Hokkaido

The Akkeshi distillery, excellence of modern Japanese whisky

Founded in 2016 by Keiichi Toita, President of Kenten Co. Ltd, the Akkeshi distillery embodies the excellence of modern Japanese whisky. As the second distillery on the island of Hokkaido in Northern Japan, it benefits from a unique coastal climate with peaty bogs reminiscent of Scotland. Produced using Forsyth stills and pure water from the Homakai River, it matures into Single Malts aged in Bourbon, Sherry, and Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Its three warehouses, one of which is located by the bay, allow for maturation under the influence of sea mists, creating whiskies with a distinctive character that blends Scottish traditions with Japanese terroir.

Seimei, seventh edition of the Solar Term series

Seimei is the seventh edition of the prestigious Solar Term series, a limited collection of 24 editions named after Asian solar terms. Its name means "clear and bright," evoking the time when nature reawakens after winter. Distilled from malted barley from Hokkaido and water filtered through the peat of the Homakai River, this Single Malt is distinguished by its label depicting the flight of swallows migrating across the sea to Japan after a stay on the warm islands of Southeast Asia. The influence of sea mists gives this heavily peated Japanese whisky its unique character, combining lush sweetness with smoky complexity.