Suntory Special Reserve Lyre Decanter Japan Exclusive Blended Whisky (1989) 60cl
A limited edition decanter for the Japanese Market as part of Beam Suntory's musical instrument range including a Lyre, Harp, Piano, Violin, Biwa and Saxophone.
Quite remarkable to think that soon this will be a 40 year old relic that was distilled in the 1980s. If anyone knows how to make timeless collectables, it is certainly Beam Suntory. We carry a wide range of their decanters and all of them are fantastic shelf pieces of for drinking and refilling work well also. The whisky tastes like an older version of Yamazaki 12 with added Chita.
There are usually only two places to see these. Either at your house after purchasing one or at the House of Suntory museum in Osaka where the distillery is located a few stops away from the train station.
About Suntory
The House of Suntory is a House of Japanese artisans, crafting world-class spirits, inspired by Japanese nature and mastered with Japanese craft. In addition to our luxury brands Yamazaki, Hakushu, Chita and Hibiki, we also have Suntory Whisky Toki, Roku Gin and Haku Vodka as premium offerings. We do more than create high-quality spirits; we embody the Japanese philosophy and traditions that are a full expression of everything we make.
At House of Suntory, we’ve been pioneering fine Japanese whisky since 1923, and invite you to celebrate this exciting milestone with us. The House of Suntory was built on a singular dream – founder Shinjiro Torii wanted to enrich the lives of the Japanese people, and so he grew into an entrepreneur, maker and doer. Inspired by the riches of Japan’s nature, he chose the Yamazaki area for its reputed soft water, unique climate and beautiful seasons—all of which would contribute to the distinctive Japanese character of Suntory whiskies.
Shinjiro achieved his dream to “create an original Japanese Whisky blessed with the riches of Japanese nature and ‘Monozukuri’ craftsmanship.” Today, that vision continues, and The House of Suntory now represents a House of Japanese Culture—a rich experience and homage to Japan in every bottle, ready to be discovered by the world as we enter our second millennium.
Today, single cask releases are pilched for thousands of pounds, the 55 year old release is legendary from Yamazaki & Suntory has cemented its place in the eternal hall of fame of Japanese whisky after it's 18 year old consecutively wins whisky of the year at 43%. Imagine without water..... If it was guaranteed that in heaven we would receive 18 Year Old Single Cask Yamazaki, our souls would be eternally at peace (As long as the bottle refills itself when one is done)
*due mid Feb 2026
43% ABV
60cl
