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Suntory Special Reserve ‘R’ Old Whisky

4.8 · 24 Spirit Hives stories

Japanese whisky · Japan · 43% ABV · 760 ml

$610.99 USD

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About this bottle

Suntory Special Reserve ‘R’ Old Whisky is a japanese whisky from Japan made by Suntory. It is bottled at 43% ABV, in a 760 ml bottle. Producer tasting notes — on the nose: Full-bodied aroma; on the palate: Lovely, mild on the tongue with a slight burn at the end; finish: Quite rich and lovely smooth texture.

Tasting notes

Nose
Full-bodied aroma.
Palate
Lovely, mild on the tongue with a slight burn at the end.
Finish
Quite rich and lovely smooth texture.

Product facts

Producer / brandSuntory
Distillery / makerNagahama
StyleJapanese whisky
CategoryWhiskey › Japanese whisky
CountryJapan
Alcohol43% ABV (86 proof)
Bottle size760 ml
Age statementNo age statement
PackSingle bottle
Collections$250 and up
Product IDsh-ca-6559269421194
GTIN / MPNNot supplied by the producer record

Serving & pairing

Often enjoyed as a highball with plenty of ice and soda. Delicate enough for sashimi, grilled fish and lightly salted snacks.

Is all “Japanese whisky” made in Japan?

Not always. Until the 2021 Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association standard, imported whisky could be bottled and labelled in Japan. Check the producer’s statement on each product page; we do not add claims of origin the producer has not made.

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