The Chita
by Suntory · Whisky · Chita Peninsula, Aichi, Japan
The Chita is Suntory's single grain whisky, made at the Chita distillery, on the peninsula of the same name, in Aichi prefecture, Japan. The distillery was built in 1972 by Keizo Saji, the house's second master blender, to produce the grain whisky that goes into Suntory's blends. The version bottled on its own was launched in September 2015, signed by blender Shinji Fukuyo.
It is distilled mainly from corn, in multiple continuous columns, a process that allows the distillery to make three types of grain whisky. Aging combines American white oak barrels with wine casks and Spanish oak casks. It has no age statement; the current bottle carries the words Distiller's Reserve on the label.
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What you'll taste
Off-dry and medium-bodied, with strong alcohol. The first sip brings cardamom, honey and rose; mid-palate, mint; it finishes with old wood.
How much each flavor family shows up in this drink, adding up to 100%. The intensity of each sensation is in the profile further down.
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Tech specs
- Category
- Whisky
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Chita Peninsula, Aichi
- Alcohol content
- 43% ABV
- Type
- Single grain Japanese whisky
- Age
- No age statement
- Distillation
- Multiple continuous columns
- Casks
- American white oak, wine casks and Spanish oak
Composition
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | 100 ml | Per 30 ml serving |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 239 | 72 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Total sugars (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Protein (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Total fat (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Chita?
The Chita is a whisky by Suntory. Type: Single grain Japanese whisky.
Where is The Chita from?
The Suntory brand is from Japan.
Who owns the Suntory brand?
The Suntory brand is owned by Suntory Holdings.
What is the alcohol content of The Chita?
The Chita is 43% ABV: 43 ml of pure alcohol in every 100 ml.
What are the ingredients in The Chita?
According to the producer: Grain and malt.
How many calories are in The Chita?
239 kcal per 100 ml (72 kcal per 30 ml serving), according to the nutrition facts published by the producer.