#26 Suntory "Royal" Gold Label 15 Years Old

We are so excited to have such a rare, unopened bottle right in front of us.

What we received is the Suntory Royal Gold Label 15 Years Old, which is hard to come by nowadays. It appears to have been on sale since around 1997, and even after more than 20 years, its condition is exceptionally good. The two personalities couldn't help but gasp in admiration at the beautiful reddish-amber liquid.

The rich aroma that spreads the moment it is poured into the glass is irresistible.

When tasting it neat, a rich and intense aroma reminiscent of sherry casks passes through the nose. A sweet lingering finish like cherries and maple syrup remains in the mouth forever, and that luxurious flavor comes across through the conversation, making you want to drink the same drink yourself.

The anecdotes as a gift carrying the atmosphere of the Showa era are also fascinating.

There is a background where it was widely used as a gift in the past, and whisky mysteriously connects with the memories of the scent of tatami mats and wooden architecture often found in old houses. For more details on the deep flavor and the secret of the aroma, please listen to the main episode.