Description
Suntory Kakubin is a blended Japanese whisky first released in 1937. Its name comes from the Japanese word for square bottle, and the faceted glass carries a pattern designed to resemble a turtle shell.
It is a blend of malt and grain whiskies, bottled at 40% ABV. Retailers describe it as drawing largely on bourbon-cask whisky, which fits its bright, clean profile. There is no official age statement.
Style: the character is fresh and gentle. Expect lemon and green apple on the nose, with biscuit, nut and a hint of coconut on the palate, finishing dry. It is an easy whisky with no heavy smoke or sharp edges.
To serve: Kakubin is closely tied to the highball. Fill a glass with ice, squeeze in a slice of lemon, add a measure of whisky and top with about four times as much cold soda water, then stir gently. It also works over ice or neat.
Available from Decanter Liquor with delivery across South Africa.
