Historical
The Chita Distillery was founded in 1972 on the Chita Peninsula, in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Owned by Suntory, it was originally established to produce high-quality grain whisky for the company’s famous blends, including Hibiki and Kakubin.
Unlike Yamazaki and Hakushu, which specialize in malt whisky, Chita focuses exclusively on grain whisky, using a variety of continuous stills to create different flavour profiles ranging from light and delicate to rich and complex. This versatility has made Chita an essential component of Suntory’s blending philosophy.
Introduced to international markets during the 2010s, The Chita Single Grain Whisky showcases the elegance and refinement of Japanese grain whisky. Known for its smooth texture and subtle notes of honey, vanilla and gentle oak, it has become one of the flagship expressions of the House of Suntory.
