First Impressions
For decades, Chita was the unsung backbone of Suntory's blends — particularly Hibiki — but never bottled in its own right. In 2015 Suntory finally released The Chita as a single grain whisky.
Distillery & Heritage
Founded in 1972 on Chita Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture, the distillery produces three styles of grain whisky — heavy, medium and clean — primarily from corn, distilled in continuous column stills. The single grain bottling is matured in a mix of American white oak, Spanish oak and wine casks.
Tasting Notes in Detail
The nose is gentle and pastry-like, all honey and vanilla cream with a green minty lift. The palate is silky and confectionery-sweet without being cloying.
Verdict
Chita is proof that grain whisky can be every bit as expressive as malt.
