The House of Suntory unveils a new range of single malt whiskies, named Tsukuriwake 2024. These four gems embody a reinterpretation of Japanese craftsmanship in a world where whisky has become an art form in its own right.
Yamazaki Golden Promise: The Gold of the First Harvests
Set aside the usual conventions. The Yamazaki Golden Promise takes us back to a time when barley, cultivated in Scotland during the 1960s, was the distillers’ treasure. Reimagined by Suntory, this whisky, distilled in 2009 and matured in American oak casks, is an ode to magnified simplicity. Its golden hue evokes sun-drenched fields. The nose is a gentle melody of vanilla and honey, while the palate blossoms with notes of marmalade and flan, offering a lingering, fruity finish, like a lazy summer afternoon.
Yamazaki Islay Peated Malt: The Gentle Mist of the Isles
With the Yamazaki Islay Peated Malt, forget the clichés about the harshness of peated whiskies. This malt achieves the feat of taming the smoke to extract a comforting sweetness. On the palate, it’s a warm embrace between brown sugar and bitter orange, a subtle contrast that caresses the senses. The finish is a stroll through a misty moor, where the smoke, far from being overpowering, becomes a soothing companion.
Yamazaki 18 Years Mizunara: The Alchemy of Time and Wood
The Yamazaki 18 Years Mizunara is the fruit of infinite patience. Aged in Mizunara oak casks, it embodies the subtle alchemy between time and nature. The nose opens with a bouquet of spices and incense, evoking an ancient temple bathed in light. On the palate, the journey continues with touches of candied orange and sandalwood, all leading to a long finish, like the twilight of a perfect day.
Hakushu Peated Malt 18 Years: The Wild Serenity
Perched in the mountains, the Hakushu Peated Malt 18 Years is a tribute to the purity of the elements. Here, the peat dances with the freshness of green apples and the zest of grapefruit, creating a whisky that is both invigorating and complex. Each sip is an immersion into the wild, an exploration of layers of smoke, spices, and honey that unfold with a mineral elegance, leaving a lasting impression of serenity and mystery.
Limited Edition Treasures
The Tsukuriwake 2024 series will only be available in limited editions, with only 65 sets offered to Belgian enthusiasts.
The prices for these elixirs are as follows:
- Yamazaki Golden Promise: €450
- Yamazaki Islay Peated Malt: €450
- Yamazaki 18 Years Mizunara: €1,600
- Hakushu Peated Malt 18 Years: €1,500
Let yourself be seduced by these unique creations. With this new collection, The House of Suntory reaffirms that whisky is much more than just a drink: it is a journey where each sip is a discovery.
