FS-STR-009 Suntory Marine Collection

📌 Overview

The Suntory Marine Collection is a special, limited-edition series of blended whiskies from Suntory, presented in ceramic or porcelain decanters shaped or decorated with marine-life themes (dolphins, whales, fish, etc.). These decanters are designed as collectible art pieces, combining whisky and decorative value.

🔍 Key Details

• Producer: Suntory (Japan)

• Type: Blended whisky in a special decanter format

• ABV: 43%

• Bottle / Decanter Material: Ceramic / porcelain, with sculpted or painted marine motifs

• Bottle Size: ~700 ml

• Status: Limited-edition; primarily valued for the decanter design rather than rarity of the whisky itself

📦 Packaging & Presentation

• Ornate ceramic decanters with marine-themed artwork or sculptural design

• Designed for display and collectible appeal rather than standard retail consumption

• Collectors often keep the bottles sealed as decorative items

• Offers variety and visual appeal when multiple decanters are collected

⭐ Collectibility & Rarity

• Limited production makes surviving bottles relatively rare

• Ceramic/porcelain marine-shaped decanters are especially sought after

• Full, unopened decanters in good condition are considered collector’s items

• Value comes more from design, craftsmanship, and rarity than the whisky inside

🧭 What to Know

• These are full-size decanter bottles (~700 ml), not miniatures

• Condition is crucial: ceramic can chip, paint may fade, and seals may degrade

• Collector value depends on seal, fill level, and decanter integrity

• Whisky inside is standard blended whisky; the focus is on design and collectibility

• Authenticity and provenance are important when acquiring these bottles

✨ Why It’s Appealing

• Combines Japanese whisky with decorative ceramic artistry

• Marine-themed decanters are visually distinctive and ideal for display

• Appeals to collectors of Japanese whisky and unique vintage bottles

• Limited-edition nature and scarce surviving examples increase collectible value