Blended The Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary
⏳ Drinking Window
As a highly stable, matured spirit, this commemorative blend does not age further in the bottle and is ready to be enjoyed immediately, remaining at peak quality indefinitely when stored properly.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Dark chocolate, smoked meats, aged blue cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Released in 2012 to commemorate the golden jubilee of one of rock 'n' roll's most iconic bands, the Suntory Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary edition is a legendary, ultra-rare commemorative blend that bridges the worlds of Japanese spirits craftsmanship and music history. Housed in a striking crystal bottle shaped like the band's famous 'Tongue and Lips' logo, this masterpiece is a blend of carefully selected whiskies from Suntory's most prestigious distilleries, each chosen to represent a milestone year in the band's history. The blend features a 1962 Yamazaki malt marking the year the band was formed, a 1971 Hakushu malt and Chita grain celebrating the debut of the tongue logo, a 1972 Yamazaki malt commemorating the release of the landmark album 'Exile on Main St.', and a 1990 Hakushu malt honoring the Stones' first-ever concerts in Japan. This complex, deeply aromatic spirit offers a rich tapestry of dried fruits, elegant Mizunara oak, and subtle smoke, embodying the rebellious spirit of rock and the meticulous art of Japanese blending.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1899 by Shinjiro Torii in Osaka, Japan, Suntory began as a small wine merchant before revolutionizing the beverage industry by pioneering authentic Japanese whisky with the opening of the Yamazaki Distillery in 1923. Guided by the visionary spirit of 'Yatte Minahare'—to dream big and embrace bold challenges—the house developed a philosophy centered on refined craftsmanship and deep reverence for nature. Over the decades, Suntory expanded into a global powerhouse, extending its expertise into premium wine, gin, liqueurs, and international spirits through strategic acquisitions across Scotland, Europe, and North America. Today, the producer is celebrated worldwide for its iconic, harmonious expressions, particularly the globally acclaimed Hibiki blended whisky series, distinguished single malts, and a diverse range of finely balanced spirits.