Blended Old Whisky Boar
⏳ Drinking Window
As a distilled spirit, this blended whisky is ready to enjoy immediately upon release and does not age further in the bottle. It can be preserved indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Yakitori with sweet soy glaze, dark chocolate, roasted nuts
✨ Technical Specifications
Suntory Old Whisky, affectionately nicknamed 'Daruma' after the traditional Japanese wishing doll due to its iconic round black bottle, was first introduced in 1950 and quickly became a cornerstone of Japan's post-war whisky culture. Among its most collectible iterations are the annual Zodiac releases, including the 'Year of the Boar' (Inoshishi) edition, which celebrates the lunar calendar symbol of courage and strength. This blended whisky is crafted using a harmonious selection of malt and grain whiskies from Suntory's legendary distilleries, including Yamazaki and Hakushu. It delivers a classic, approachable Japanese style characterized by rich oak notes, sweet vanilla, dried orchard fruits, and a gentle, warming finish.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1899 by Shinjiro Torii as Torii Shoten in Osaka, Suntory is the pioneer of Japanese whisky and one of the world’s preeminent drinks conglomerates. Guided by Torii's defining philosophy of 'Yatte Minahare' (go for it), the house constructed Japan’s first malt whisky distillery at Yamazaki in 1923, chosen for the pure soft water where three rivers converge at the base of Mount Tennozan, followed by the alpine, heavily forested Hakushu distillery in 1973. While globally renowned for spirits, Suntory also champions domestic Japanese viticulture, notably cultivating native Koshu and Muscat Bailey A under sustainable viticultural regimes in Yamanashi and Nagano. Distillation and maturation reflect consummate technical precision, utilizing diverse copper pot still profiles and wood regimes spanning ex-bourbon, Spanish sherry butts, and indigenous Mizunara oak. Benchmark expressions include Yamazaki Single Malt, Hakushu, Hibiki, Kakubin, and Japan Premium Koshu, epitomizing Suntory’s dedication to balance, subtle complexity, and ethereal harmony.