Celebrate The Art of Japanese Highball with Suntory Whisky Kakubin

Despite the growing line-up of Japanese whiskies, one still reigns supreme, Suntory Whisky Kakubin, Japan’s original whisky that encapsulates a sweet seductive aroma, rich flavour, and dry finish. Accentuated with key notes of Yamazaki and Hakushu Bourbon casks, Suntory Whisky Kakubin’s finely honed taste captures hearts from the moment its poured. 

Celebrate The Art of Japanese Highball with Suntory Whisky Kakubin

Japan’s #1 best-selling whisky offers a subtle hint of oak and popcorn, while reaching its zenith in taste, delivering a stimulating blend of biscuit, vanilla, and spice, finishing with a crisp subtle hint of smoke.

“Kakubin” means “square” and is Japan’s first authentic whisky. Blended to the highest Japanese quality according to Japan’s whisky pioneer Shinjiro Torii’s vision in 1937, Suntory Whisky Kakubin is the first signature whisky accepted and embraced by the Japanese public for its uniquely Japanese flavour notes, making it a highly versatile whisky best enjoyed as a sessionable highball.

Suntory Whisky Kakubin The “go-to” drink popularised at Japanese Izakayas

The “go-to” drink popularised at Japanese Izakayas

Suntory Whisky Kakubin has long been part of the Izakaya culture, a casual drinking setting where patrons order small plates of food to be shared at the table. With mixologists across the globe crafting their own spin on the Suntory Whisky Kakubin highball, it is this detailed-orientated culture that has contributed greatly to cultivating and refining the classic Japanese highball experience.

Whether it’s a night out to mingle and let loose, or a hot summer’s day in need of a refreshing thirst quencher, Suntory Whisky Kakubin ticks all the boxes. Offering simplicity and versatility, the Suntory Whisky Kakubin highball is what many Japanese order when raising their first glass of the night.

Suntory Whisky Kakubin Pioneers in Japanese Whisky

Pioneers in Japanese Whisky

After the construction of Japan’s first malt whisky distillery, Yamazaki in 1923, The House of Suntory released its flagship blended whisky, nicknamed “Kakubin” in 1937. Suntory then opened Western-style bars all over Japan called “Tory Bars” in the 1950s, where the Kaku Highball became the drink of choice, cementing its spot as one of the pioneers of Japanese whisky.

Even Suntory Whisky Kakubin’s unique bottle design contributes to the drink’s enjoyment as the “KIKKO” tortoise-shell pattern etched by the Japanese craft of SATSUMA KIRIKO symbolises both happiness and good luck.

Tasting notes

With a sip of Suntory Whisky Kakubin, the nose will pick up hints of lemon, green apple, sweetness of butter cookie, and hazelnut. The palate will be immersed with the nutty taste of popcorn, apple, tropical vibes of dried coconut, and baked almonds. To finish, Suntory Whisky Kakubin ends with a dry, toasty, hay-like flavour.

Simple in construction, complex in flavours

Simplicity is what makes a Suntory Whisky Kakubin highball stand out from the rest, just needing a few basic ingredients to complete and elevate your senses.

The perfect highball begins with Suntory Whisky Kakubin, the #1 Japanese Whisky. Crafted in a highball glass or mug, enjoy the sweet aromas of green apple, hazelnut, and the rich flavours of coconut and baked almonds. The addition of quality soda results in a crisp fizziness, before topping of the drink with a lemon for a refreshing finish. An everyday classic.

Indulge in a refreshing Suntory Whisky Kakubin highball and explore special promotions for the entire month of August at these partner outlets:

NAME	ADDRESS	IG HANDLE
Yilo Restaurant & Bar	23, Jalan SS 23/15	@yilo_restaurantbar
ChillHaus	C­-02­-05 Plaza Bukit Jalil, Jalan Persiaran Jalil 1, Bandar Bukit Jalil	@chillhaus_bukitjalil
The Vault	5, Jalan Sri Hartamas 7, Taman Sri Hartamas	@thevaultkl
Winetale Bar & Bistro	Plaza Damas, A-0-15, 3, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1	@winetalebar
Amateras Skylounge	Level 35, Pinnacle PJ Tower A, 35, Lorong Utara C	@amateras.hospitality
Yaki Soul Izakaya	1, Jln Mesui, Bukit Bintang	@yakisoul.izakaya
Butaya Izakaya	14, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, Taman Sri Hartamas	@butayaizakayamy
Musu	1, Jalan Sri Hartamas 7, Taman Sri Hartamas	@musu.kl
Tokuya Subang SS15	27-1 First Floor, Jalan SS 15/4	@tokuya_subangss15
Nomi Tomo Sake Bar	2-2, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara	@nomitomokl
Asumo Japanese Restaurant	No. 49 & 51, Jalan SS 15/5a, Ss 15	@asumoss15
Flying Peacock KL	C­-07, NO. 29, Jalan Riong, Bangsar	@flyingpeacockkl
Palilos Yakitori Bar	23, Jln Mesui, Bukit Bintang	@palilloskl
The Scotsman Yakitori Bar	9G, Jalan SS 2/75, SS 2	@scotsman_bar
Bushido Mid Valley	G(E)-001, Mid Valley Megamall	@bushido.kl
Shakariki 432 Osaka Izakaya	D4-G3-5, Jln Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas,	@shakariki432_my
Han’ei Kaya	A-G-7, Plaza Arkadia, Jalan Intisari, Desa Parkcity	@haneikaya
ITSUMO Japanese Yakitori	40, Jalan 24/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas	@itsumokl
Kyomo	26, Jalan 24/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas	@kyomokl
Kinjo Yakitori Bar	34, Jalan Lazat 2, Happy Garden	@kinjo_izakaya_bar

For more information about Celebrate The Art of Japanese Highball with Suntory Whisky Kakubin, head over to house.suntory.com/kakubin-whisky/kakubin to learn more about how you can enjoy a classic Japanese highball made from Suntory Whisky Kakubin. Check out nomu.asia or www.winekaki.com to get a bottle of Suntory Whisky Kakubin so you can make your own Suntory Whisky Kakubin highball at home!