Suntory Royal 60 Yamazaki Single Malt Whisky Japan 43%

A rare edition of Suntory's classic Royal series, built around malt from Japan's first and most celebrated distillery, Yamazaki.

Expert Description

Suntory Royal 60 Yamazaki is a Single Malt Whisky from Japan, bottled at 43%.

The expression carries the Royal series' faceted design heritage, but stands apart by being built on malt from Yamazaki Distillery - founded in 1923 as Japan's very first whisky distillery. That makes the bottle a rare meeting of the Royal series' history and Yamazaki's celebrated single malt style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe peach and honey with a delicate sherry sweetness.

Palate

Soft and full-bodied with caramel, dried fruit and a light, spiced oak.

Finish

Medium length and warm, with a last note of sandalwood.

Specifications

Name: Suntory Royal 60 Yamazaki
Distillery: Yamazaki
Region/Country: Osaka, Japan
Type: Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Soft · Sweet · Round

Investment Potential

Medium. As a discontinued Yamazaki-based special release from Suntory's Royal series, this bottle is already hard to find in good condition.

Did You Know?

Yamazaki Distillery was built where three rivers meet west of Kyoto - a spot chosen for the purity of its water long before whisky ever reached Japan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Suntory Royal 60 Yamazaki

What makes Suntory Royal 60 Yamazaki special?

It combines the Royal series' classic design heritage with malt from Yamazaki, Japan's first and most celebrated distillery.

Is this a pure single malt?

Yes, unlike most other Royal releases, which are blends, this one is built on single malt from Yamazaki.

Is Suntory Royal 60 Yamazaki worth it?

Yes, as a discontinued special release featuring Yamazaki malt, it carries both flavour and collector value.

What glass suits it best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass brings out the fruity, sherry-driven notes best.

When was Yamazaki Distillery founded?

The distillery was founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii as Japan's very first whisky distillery.

Can Suntory Royal 60 Yamazaki be enjoyed on ice?

Yes, a single ice cube softens the strength and lifts the sweeter notes without stripping the complexity.