Ichiro's Malt Malt & Grain 505 is a Japanese blended whisky made from a combination of malt whisky and grain whisky, bottled at a robust 50.5% ABV. For a new drinker, that means it is likely to feel fuller and more intense than many standard bottlings.
This style is often appreciated for bringing together the richer character of malt whisky with the lighter, softer contribution of grain whisky. The higher strength may reward a small splash of water, which can make the whisky easier to explore in the glass.