Suntory Excellence Pot Still Decanter 76cl
76cl / 43%
£149.00
- Malt type: Blended
- Region: Japan
- Chilfiltered: Yes
- Coloring: Yes
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Decorative 76cl pot-still decanter of 43% Suntory blended whisky, created as a collectable house statement on Japanese whisky heritage.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Distillery / Bottler / Country & Region | Suntory Limited, Japan |
| Category | Blended Japanese whisky / decanter presentation |
| Age / Vintage / Bottled | Not stated by the producer |
| ABV & Size(s) | 43% ABV / 76cl |
| Cask / Treatment | Not stated by the producer (standard Suntory blend regime implied) |
| Natural Colour | Not stated by the producer |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | Not stated by the producer |
| Cask Strength | No |
| Bottle count / Outturn | Not stated by the producer (limited presentation, not individually numbered) |
| Intended channel | Domestic Japan and export gift/collectors |
| Packaging | Ceramic/glass pot-still-shaped decanter, usually no tube, sometimes boxed by retailer |
| Notes on discrepancies | Listed variously as blended Japanese whisky, blended choice whiskies or simply "Excellence"; all show 76cl and 43% so can be treated as one décor-led release |
Historical Context
This decanter sits in the long Suntory tradition of issuing ornamental bottles for the domestic and gift market, especially through the 1970s–1990s. The "Excellence" name is used on a number of house blends, but this pot-still decanter is distinctive because it reproduces the copper still shape and is 76cl, not 70cl. Retailers and auctioneers describe it consistently as a Suntory-bottled blended whisky at 43% housed in a collectable decanter, rather than as a single malt or age-stated luxury. Because it is decorative, condition of the decanter (chips, weathering of finish, intact stopper) is more important than for a standard bottle.
Technical Specification & Variant Map
2.1 Documented variants
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Suntory Excellence Pot Still Decanter 76cl, 43% ABV.
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Same decanter listed with minor condition notes (weathering to decanter, label wear).
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Other “Excellence” bottles in non-still decanters exist and should not be mixed in the same product entry.
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43% | 76cl | Japan/export gift | Pot-still-shaped decanter | Highest |
| 43% | 70cl or other shapes | Japan/export gift | Non-still decanter | Parallel, list separately |
Packaging & authenticity checklist
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Decanter must be pot-still shaped and clearly marked as Suntory Excellence.
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Capacity 76cl and 43% should be stated on the base or accompanying label.
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Check for fill-level loss (common on older decorative decanters).
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Check the neck/stopper seal: a loose stopper should be described.
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Surface weathering is common and is already mentioned by retailers; describe honestly.
Regulatory/terminology notes
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This is blended Japanese whisky; do not upgrade it to single malt.
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No age statement supplied, so write “Not stated by the producer”.
Liquid Profile (from verifiable notes)
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Nose: Sweet grain and light malt, honey, hints of oak and a soft, mature Japanese blend-style fragrance.
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Palate: Gentle, balanced, slightly sweet with vanilla and soft fruit; 43% gives it a little more body than 40%.
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Finish: Clean, short-to-medium, sweet grain and light oak.
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With water: Not generally needed.
Pricing & Market Dynamics (GBP)
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Current UK specialist retail: around £210–£215 for clean, intact examples.
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Auction range will usually be lower, especially if the decanter shows weathering or missing box.
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Pricing stratification: perfect decanter with good fill at the top; weathered/glaze-worn examples below.
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Liquidity & sourcing note: sells on looks; price tolerances are wider than for standard bottles.
Price Snapshot
| Channel | Date | Bottle spec | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK old & rare retail | Recent | 76cl, 43%, excellent condition | 210–215 | Typical current ask |
| UK auction | Recent | 76cl, 43%, minor weathering | 140–180 | Condition-driven |
| Private/collectors | Ongoing | 76cl, 43%, no box | 170–200 | Realistic working band |
Distillery/Bottler Snapshot
Suntory has long used decorative decanters to celebrate brand heritage; these are almost always standard-strength blends positioned for gifting, and they benefit from Suntory’s reputation even when no age or cask details are given.
Sourcing
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Target: intact still-shaped decanter, high fill, 43% visible.
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Avoid: chipped pot-still tops, unclear capacity, or pieces missing from the stopper.
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Margin: auction or private buys in the 140–170 zone can be retailed in the low 200s if condition is good.
