Suntory Toki Japanese Whisky 750 ML

Introducing Suntory Whisky Toki, the newest addition to the House of Suntory portfolio.

Suntory Whisky Toki is a vivid blend of carefully selected whiskies from the House of Suntory’s globally acclaimed Hakushu, Yamazaki, and Chita distilleries. Toki means time in Japanese – it is a bridge between the heritage of the House’s Art of Blending and its spirit of innovation. Suntory Whisky Toki represents the tradition and legacy of the House as it features the quintessential characteristics of a Suntory blend: exquisitebalance, harmony, and oneness. It also challenges whisky convention by re-thinking the hierarchy of itscomponents.

The selection of Hakushu American White Oak cask malt whiskyand Chita heavy-type grain whisky as the blend's two pillars overturns the oldrelationship between malt and grain and creates a blend that is bothgroundbreaking and timeless. Overseen by third-generation Master Blender and grandson of the founder, Shingo Torii, and developed by fourth Chief Blender Shinji FukuyoWhy Suntory Whisky Toki.

Japanese whisky is the fastest-growing spirits category in the U.S. according to Nielsen, growing at +94% value and +73% volume over the past year. It is a premium Japanese whisky that represents the entry to the House of Suntory portfolio and into the overall Japanese whisky category. It represents an invitation to discover modern Japan, where old meets new.

Tasting Notes:

Color: Clear gold

Nose: Basil, green apple, honey

Palate: Grapefruit, green grapes, peppermint, thyme

Finish: Subtly sweet and spicy finish with a hint of vanilla oak, white pepper and ginger.

Source: Nielsen, Last 52 weeks ending 1/2/16 vs. LY Proof: 86