Blended Royal SR Queen Size (2 bottle Set)
⏳ Drinking Window
As a distilled spirit, this blend does not mature further in the bottle and is ready to enjoy immediately upon release, remaining stable for decades when stored upright away from direct light.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
grilled yakitori, dark chocolate, smoked salmon
✨ Technical Specifications
Suntory Royal was first introduced in 1960 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the company's founding, representing the crowning achievement and final blend of Suntory's legendary founder, Shinjiro Torii. The 'SR' designation denotes a classic, highly sought-after mid-century expression of this historic blend, crafted primarily with single malts from the Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries. The iconic bottle shape is inspired by the traditional Shinto 'torii' gate, particularly the one standing at the entrance to the Yamazaki Distillery. This 'Queen Size' release refers to the larger 1000ml bottling format, often presented in collectible multi-bottle sets. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious, classic Japanese profile characterized by rich dried fruits, gentle oak spices, vanilla, and a faint whisper of peat smoke, reflecting Torii's lifelong quest to create a whisky that perfectly complements the delicate Japanese palate.
🍾 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.