Suntory Special Reserve

Created in 1969 to celebrate the company’s 70th anniversary, being blended by second-generation company president Keizo Saji.

Nose: Dried fruits, specifically prunes, dates, apricot, and berries. Lots more sherry going on here than with Royal. There’s a hint of orange as well. Thicc and aromatic, it’s actually quite nice. There’s Yamazaki here too.

Palate: The nose was a bit better, but the orange sticks around and is joined by white pepper and some bitter chocolate. excellent overall balance.

Finish: Medium-length, lasting fruits, and a bit of oak bitterness.

Name: Suntory Special Reserve

Size: 700ml

Class: Blended Whisky

Alc.Vol.: 40%

Brewery Location: Suntory Hakushu Distellery, Yamanashi