Blended Old Whisky Tiger
⏳ Drinking Window
As a distilled spirit, it is bottled at peak maturity and does not age further in glass; it can be enjoyed immediately or cellared indefinitely.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
braised pork belly, dark chocolate, grilled yakitori
✨ Technical Specifications
Suntory Old Whisky, first introduced in 1950, is a legendary pillar of Japanese spirits history. Nicknamed 'Daruma' for its squat, round black bottle reminiscent of the traditional Japanese Zen doll, it became a symbol of prestige and celebration during Japan's post-war economic boom. The 'Tiger' edition belongs to Suntory's celebrated annual Zodiac series, which honors the lunar calendar with beautifully designed bottles. This blend is crafted using key malt and grain whiskies from Suntory's premier distilleries, Yamazaki and Hakushu, aging in oak casks to achieve a smooth, harmonious character. It delivers a rich, mellow palate defined by sweet vanilla, spiced oak, and subtle orchard fruit notes, capturing the essence of Japanese blending craftsmanship.
🍾 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.