FS-STR-004 SIZE SUNTORY HAKUSHU forest bittersweet & YAMAZAKI SMOCKY BATCH

📌 Overview

Suntory produces limited-edition Japanese whiskies under the Hakushu and Yamazaki lines. The Hakushu Forest (Bittersweet Edition) and Yamazaki Smoky Batch (The First) are premium releases aimed at whisky enthusiasts and collectors. Both are typically sold as full-size retail bottles.

🔍 Key Details

• Brand / Distillery: Suntory

• Type: Japanese single malt / blended whisky

• ABV: 43%

• Bottle Sizes: Standard full-size bottles, 700 ml (70 cl)

• Status: Limited editions; retail bottles, not miniatures

📦 Packaging & Presentation

• Full-size glass bottles with unique labels denoting the limited-edition status

• Hakushu Bittersweet features forest-themed labeling; Yamazaki Smoky Batch highlights smoky characteristics

• Packaging is premium, often intended for collectors or gift presentation

⭐ Collectibility & Rarity

• Both editions are limited releases, making them appealing to collectors

• Full-size bottles are easier to find than miniatures, but still sought-after due to limited production

• Their rarity comes from the limited-edition nature rather than the distillery’s closure

🧭 What to Know

• These are standard full-size bottles, not sample or miniature versions

• Limited-edition labels may vary by release year or market (Japan domestic vs. duty-free)

• Condition of the bottle, label, and seal is important for collectors

✨ Why It’s Appealing

• Offers premium tasting experience with unique flavor profiles (Bittersweet forest notes, Smoky Yamazaki)

• Full-size bottles are ideal for display, tasting, or gifting

• Limited-edition releases make them desirable for collectors and enthusiasts of Japanese whisky

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