Akkeshi is carving out a niche market for its whisky. Small production lets the malt masters deftly blend the single malt casks in their stores into interesting expressions. The Great Snowfall utilizes ex-Bourbon, ex-red wine, ex-sherry, and Hokkido Mizunara casks. The malt master is trying to evoke Japanese winter citrus-infused black tea with a honeyed barley nuance. 55% ABV.