Blended The Whisky Extra Special (Arita Ceramic Bottle)
⏳ Drinking Window
As a highly stable distilled spirit, this premium blend is bottled at its peak maturity and will not evolve further in the bottle. It can be enjoyed immediately upon opening or preserved indefinitely under proper storage conditions.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
dark chocolate, smoked duck breast, aged blue cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Suntory's 'The Whisky' Extra Special represents the absolute pinnacle of Japanese blending, originally launched in 1989 to commemorate the company's 90th anniversary. This ultra-premium expression is composed of exceptionally rare, long-aged malt and grain whiskies sourced from Suntory's legendary Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries, including spirits aged in prized Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Beyond the liquid itself, this release is celebrated for its presentation in a hand-crafted Arita ceramic bottle. Arita-yaki is a historic Japanese porcelain style dating back to the early 17th century in Saga Prefecture, renowned for its exquisite hand-painted designs and brilliant white clay. This marriage of traditional Japanese ceramic artistry and master whisky blending makes it a legendary collector's piece that tells a story of heritage, patience, and meticulous craftsmanship.
🍾 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.