Single Malt The Essence of Suntory Golden Promise Bottled 2021
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As a premium distilled spirit, this single malt is bottled at its peak maturity and will not age further in glass. It can be collected and preserved indefinitely under proper storage conditions, and is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years once opened to fully appreciate its complex aromatic profile.
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Slow-braised pork belly (Buta no Kakuni), roasted duck breast with a plum reduction, or artisanal dark chocolate desserts.
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Crafted at the historic Yamazaki Distillery, Japan's oldest malt whisky distillery founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, 'The Essence of Suntory' series represents a bold exploration of raw materials and distilling philosophy. This rare 2021 bottling shines a spotlight on Golden Promise, a legendary heirloom barley variety renowned for its rich, oily, and deeply malty character that dominated the whisky world in the mid-20th century. Distilled in 2009 and matured for over a decade in selected American oak casks, this expression captures the pristine water of the Vale of Yamazaki—where the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers meet to create a unique, humid microclimate perfect for maturation. The result is an incredibly smooth, textured single malt boasting notes of sweet honey, ripe stone fruits, toasted cereal, and a delicate, creamy finish that honors both Scottish heritage and Japanese craftsmanship.
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Established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii, Yamazaki is Japan's oldest commercial whisky distillery, located at the scenic convergence of the Katsura, Uji, and Kizu rivers in Osaka Prefecture, where a unique humid microclimate and exceptionally pure water create the ideal environment for spirits maturation. Owned by Suntory, the distillery is globally celebrated for its pioneering craftsmanship and innovative maturation process, which utilizes a diverse array of cask types including Spanish sherry casks, American white oak, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak. Yamazaki's signature style is characterized by a complex, multi-layered fruitiness and deep, spicy incense-like aromas, epitomized by legendary expressions such as their Single Malt 12 and 18 Years Old.