Nikka Tailored vs Suntory Royal
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Nikka Tailored | Suntory Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
Category
Nikka Blended
Suntory Blended
ABV
Nikka 43%
Suntory 43%
Age Statement
Nikka NAS
Suntory NAS
Price Tier
Nikka $50 – $100
Suntory $50 – $100
Distillery
Nikka Undisclosed
Suntory Undisclosed
JSLMA Compliant
Nikka Yes
Suntory Yes
Tasting Notes
| Nikka Tailored | Suntory Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Elegant floral notes, honey, vanilla, and ripe apple | Honey, caramel, light floral notes, dried fruit, and a subtle oakiness |
| Palate | Balanced and smooth with honeyed malt, orchard fruit, light spice, and a creamy texture | Smooth and mellow with honey, vanilla, mild spice, and a rounded malty sweetness |
| Finish | Medium to long with a refined sweetness and gentle oak | Clean and moderately long with gentle oak and a touch of sweetness |
Nose
Nikka Tailored
Elegant floral notes, honey, vanilla, and ripe apple
Suntory Royal
Honey, caramel, light floral notes, dried fruit, and a subtle oakiness
Palate
Nikka Tailored
Balanced and smooth with honeyed malt, orchard fruit, light spice, and a creamy texture
Suntory Royal
Smooth and mellow with honey, vanilla, mild spice, and a rounded malty sweetness
Finish
Nikka Tailored
Medium to long with a refined sweetness and gentle oak
Suntory Royal
Clean and moderately long with gentle oak and a touch of sweetness