The Suntory Royal Whisky Limited Edition 2025 – Snake is a rare tribute to the art of Japanese whisky-making, blending elegance with the symbolism of the Year of the Snake. Crafted with a deep respect for tradition, this limited-edition whisky celebrates Suntory's century-old legacy of blending expertise. With its meticulous attention to detail, this release reflects the highest standards of craftsmanship and is designed for whisky connoisseurs seeking both exceptional flavour and elegant presentation. A rich and harmonious whisky, Suntory Royal Whisky 2025 – Snake delivers complex layers of aroma and taste. The nose opens with delicate floral notes, mingling with ripe fruit, honey, and a whisper of oak. On the palate, the whisky reveals a smooth, velvety texture, offering a balanced fusion of sweet vanilla, orchard fruits, and subtle spices. The refined depth of mature oak completes the experience, with each sip evolving to unveil even more nuances. Encased in a beautifully designed ceramic bottle adorned with intricate patterns of the Snake zodiac, this whisky is a collector's item that combines artistry with craftsmanship. The limited-edition release is a perfect gift, symbolising wisdom, elegance, and transformation for the Year of the Snake. Serving Suggestions Suntory Royal Whisky Year of the Snake is perfect served neat or with a small splash of water to unlock its complex flavours. It also works beautifully in cocktails, especially with a hint of citrus or as the base for a Japanese Highball. Food Pairing Pair this whisky with rich dishes such as wagyu beef, grilled meats, or sushi. It also complements creamy cheeses, dark chocolate desserts, or light pastries for a refined and indulgent pairing. Nose Floral and Fruity Elegance The nose greets you with a harmonious blend of delicate floral notes, ripe fruits, and honey, with a whisper of oak rounding out the aroma. The fragrance is refined, giving an inviting complexity to the first encounter. Palate Smooth and Rich Balance On the palate, Suntory Royal Whisky Year of the Snake reveals a smooth, velvety texture, offering layers of sweet vanilla, orchard fruits, and subtle spices. The whisky’s rich depth is balanced with the nuanced presence of mature oak, creating a sophisticated drinking experience. Finish Long, Refined, and Subtle The finish is long and lingering, with the delicate spices and hints of oak providing a graceful end. A touch of warmth and smoothness completes the whisky’s elegant character, leaving a lasting impression of harmony and balance.

Every year, Suntory releases a new limited edition of their Yamazaki, and in 2016, they gave us another masterpiece. No information on the number of bottles available was unveiled by Suntory for the 2016 version, however, it is bottled at 43% ABV and comprises a combination of young single malts, matured in American oak casks, Bourbon barrels, European oak barrels, Sherry, and Port Wine casks, with some of it having been aged over 20 years.

Suntory are one of the giants of world whisky owning several of Japan’s nine active distilleries as well as Bowmore, Laphroig & Auchentoshan in Scotland and Kilbeggan and Cooley in Ireland. A truly global expression Suntory World Whisky AO is a whisky release which features whiskies from five different countries: Scotland, Ireland, the US, Canada, and Japan. The name “Ao” is translated to “blue” and refers to the color of the ocean. A vivid, elegant, yet deep profile, with a sweetness that gently pervades with a pleasantly sharp finish. A triumph of blending a selection of diverse, high quality whiskies into a seamless, thoughtful finished product.

Continuing 40 years of excellence in distilling Japanese grain whiskies at Chita distillery, the House of Suntory Whisky's Master Blenders have created an outstanding single grain whisky. In 1972, on the shores of Chita Peninsula, Keizo Saji—Suntory’s second Master Blender—built a distillery dedicated to creating the highest quality Japanese grain whisky. Born in September 2015, Suntory Single Grain Whisky Chita is completely different from the ordinary grain whiskies used in blended whisky. To imbue greater complexity and depth of flavour, Shinji Fukuyo chose to age Chita grain whisky in wine and Spanish Oak casks, in addition to American White Oak.The result is a milder, smoother grain whisky with unparalleled sophistication and a clean, clear finish. With versatile flavours and exquisite balance, Chita grain whiskies have traditionally been used as the "dashi" or broth that enhances the harmony of Suntory blends. Through continuous research and innovation, Chita’s grain whiskies have achieved an unrivalled sophistication and a level of complexity that lets them finally take centre stage.

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Apart from Single Malts, Suntory also produces a premium series of blended whiskies under the label 'Hibiki' (meaning 'harmony'), usually containing a high proportion of Single Malt (upwards of 50% according to one of the company's blenders).Created in 1989, the Hibiki 17 Years Old whisky is a meticulous blend of over thirty of the finest single malts from Suntory's two distilleries, Yamazaki and Hakushu, and grain whisky from their Chita distillery, most with an age of well over 17 years matured in Japanese mizunara oak casks at Yamazaki.Suntory artisans perfect this harmonious blend to create a full symphony of delicate flavours and blossoming aromas while the design of the bottle symbolises the 24 seasons of the Japanese lunar calendar.Hibiki 17 has been awarded multiple gold awards at the International Spirits Challenge. The judges described it as being Elegant, sweet and complex. In 2018, Suntory Whisky announced the Hibiki 17 Years Old would be discontinued making this scarce bottle a rare collector's item of enchanting value. Obvious collector appeal here, but we'd like to imagine this one being appreciated for what's inside the bottle. No gift box.Nose: Sweet, caramalised nuts, some lemon acidity, blackcurrants and pears with vanilla, dark toffee and rich sherry spice.Palate: Oak, dark cherry and sweet caramel notes, buttery with a wisp of smoke and some wood spice.Finish: Long, with a hint of smoke.