Suntory Kakubin vs Suntory Old Whisky
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Suntory Kakubin | Suntory Old Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | Under $50 | Under $50 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
Category
Suntory Blended
Suntory Blended
ABV
Suntory 40%
Suntory 43%
Age Statement
Suntory NAS
Suntory NAS
Price Tier
Suntory Under $50
Suntory Under $50
Distillery
Suntory Undisclosed
Suntory Undisclosed
JSLMA Compliant
Suntory Yes
Suntory Yes
Tasting Notes
| Suntory Kakubin | Suntory Old Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Light and clean with sweet grain, mild fruit | Dried fruit, caramel, mild sherry influence, gentle smoke |
| Palate | Smooth and easy with honey, light caramel, mild spice, balanced sweetness | Rich and mellow with dark fruit, toffee, light oak, balanced sweetness |
| Finish | Short and clean with light sweetness | Medium with gentle warmth and dried fruit |
Nose
Suntory Kakubin
Light and clean with sweet grain, mild fruit
Suntory Old Whisky
Dried fruit, caramel, mild sherry influence, gentle smoke
Palate
Suntory Kakubin
Smooth and easy with honey, light caramel, mild spice, balanced sweetness
Suntory Old Whisky
Rich and mellow with dark fruit, toffee, light oak, balanced sweetness
Finish
Suntory Kakubin
Short and clean with light sweetness
Suntory Old Whisky
Medium with gentle warmth and dried fruit
Key Differences
- • Suntory Old Whisky comes in stronger at 43% ABV compared to Suntory Kakubin's 40%.