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Speciality Brands signs exclusive partnership with Chichibu Distillery

by Fiona Briggs
February 9, 2024
in Products
Reading Time: 2 mins read

Chichibu Distillery - ProductsPremium spirits distributor Speciality Brands is proud to announce it has signed an exclusive partnership with Chichibu Distillery taking over from Speciality Drinks.

Starting from April 2024, the company will focus on expanding the small batch whisky’s presence in the UK across all channels.

This strategic collaboration brings together two pioneers in the world of fine spirits with Chichibu joining the company’s already strong offering in world whisk(e)y with brands such as Nikka, Michter’s, Kavalan, Lot 40 and Waterford.

“We are thrilled to join forces with Chichibu,” says Chris Seale, Managing Director at Speciality Brands. “This partnership aligns seamlessly with our mission to bring exceptional spirits to the UK and will greatly strengthen our world whisky offering. We look forward to introducing Chichibu’s remarkable whiskies to our customers and spirits drinkers in the market.”

Chichibu Distillery, located 100km from Tokyo in Saitama prefecture, was founded by Ichiro Akuto in 2004 and began distilling in 2008. The Akuto family has a long history of alcohol production in Japan, from sake to shochu and whisky; Ichiro wanted to continue this legacy in his hometown of Chichibu.

The brand is known for its intimate approach to production, boasting a meticulous production process and highly sought-after releases that have earned the brand cult status amongst whisky fans.

Six expressions are joining Speciality Brands’ portfolio including:

  • Ichiro’s Malt & Grain World Blended Whisky – 70 cl – 46.5% ABV – RRP £69.95
  • Ichiro’s Malt Double Distilleries – 70 cl – 46.5% ABV – RRP £110
  • Ichiro’s Malt Wine Wood Reserve – 70 cl – 46.5% ABV – RRP £110
  • Ichiro’s Malt Mizunara Wood Reserve – 70 cl – 46.5% ABV – RRP £110
  • Ichiro’s Malt & Grain World Blended Whisky Limited Edition – 70 cl – 48.5% ABV – RRP £175
  • Ichiro’s Malt Double Distilleries 2021 Chichibu x Komagatake – 70 cl – 53.5% ABV – RRP £300

For trade queries, please contact the Speciality Brands sales team: sales@specialitybrands.com

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