JP-STR-027 Suntory Royal whisky , miniflaschen

🥃 Suntory Royal – Mini Bottle Overview

Suntory Royal mini bottles are small-format (typically 5 cl / 50 ml) versions of the classic Suntory Royal blended Japanese whisky. These minis are sought-after by collectors and fans of Japanese whisky — often representing vintage or special-edition bottlings difficult to find nowadays.

🔑 Key Details

• Brand: Suntory

• Expression: Royal (various variations including 12‑year, no-age-statement blends, and special editions)

• Type: Blended Japanese Whisky (malt + grain)

• ABV: Generally ~43%

• Bottle Size (mini): ~5 cl / 50 ml

• Origin: Japan (Suntory distilleries / blending)

• Special Feature: Compact collectible version of a classic Japanese blended whisky — easy to store, display, or gift; some minis represent older or commemorative Royal bottlings

📦 Packaging & Presentation

• Bottles are small (50 ml) — often shaped as miniature versions of standard bottles or special “slim” bottles for sampling or gifting

• Older or limited issues may feature varying label designs and bottle styles, adding to their collectible appeal

• Minis are sold individually or as part of sets, which collectors often favor

🏆 Collectibility & Rarity

• Status: Many mini bottles of Royal are vintage or discontinued — increasingly rare, especially well-preserved ones

• Appeal: Popular among collectors of Japanese whisky miniatures and fans of classic Suntory blends

• Rarity: As original small bottles age or are consumed, many become hard to find, increasing collectible value

• Ideal For: Whisky collectors, vintage Japanese whisky enthusiasts, and anyone who prefers small bottles for sampling, gifting, or collecting

👃 Tasting Notes (general for Royal, may vary by batch)

• Nose: Smooth and balanced — gentle malt and grain aroma, light oak, hints of dried fruit or soft sweetness

• Palate: Soft malt/grain mix, mild sweetness, smooth texture, gentle oak influence

• Finish: Medium, mellow, with subtle warmth — elegant rather than heavy or smoky

• Overall Impression: Classic blended Japanese whisky — approachable, balanced, and easy-drinking; ideal for casual sipping or collection

🥄 Serving Suggestions

• Neat: Best to appreciate the blend’s balance and subtlety

• With Water: Few drops can gently open aromas

• As Sample / Gift / Collector’s Piece: Perfect for sampling without a full bottle, gifting, or display

• Occasion: Casual sipping, tasting sessions, or as part of a mini-bottle collection

🌟 Review & Appreciation Highlights

• A compact, collectible way to enjoy or own a piece of Suntory’s legacy — Royal in miniature form

• Offers the classic smooth, balanced, blended Japanese whisky experience in a convenient small-size bottle

• Valuable to collectors — especially older or special-edition minis — for heritage, rarity, and display appeal

• Provides a lower-commitment entry point for sampling or gifting Japanese whisky without a full 700 ml bottle