Akashi White Oak

The Akashi Distillery, located in Akashi City, Japan, is a noteworthy distillery recognized for its production of Japanese whisky. Established in 1984, Akashi has played a significant role in the emergence and growth of the Japanese whisky industry. Akashi whiskies are crafted using traditional methods, with a focus on attention to detail and precision. The distillery carefully selects local ingredients, including barley and water sourced from the region, to create whiskies that embody the unique characteristics of the area. Akashi is one of the few distilleries in Japan that has its own cooperage on-site. This allows the distillery to control the entire process of cask production, ensuring the quality and consistency of their whisky maturation.