The House of Suntory wins a galore of awards

The House of Suntory has won Japanese Whisky Distiller of the Year at the 2021 International Spirits Challenge.The House of Suntory has received its latest wave of industry accolades from this year’s 2021 International Spirits Challenge; across its core portfolio of premium whiskies, including a category win for Japanese Whisky Distiller of the Year, and a Double Gold win for Hibiki 21. The Double Gold award is one of the only 11 Double Golds awarded in the entire competition.  

Other Gold wins for the House of Suntory went to Hibiki, Yamazaki and Hakushu expressions. The House of Suntory received 21 medals in total in the competition across the brands, including 13 Gold medals. Held in London in June, the International Spirits Challenge recognises outstanding quality, excellence and achievement in spirits around the world. 

“We are honoured to continue receiving this level of outstanding recognition year over year by one of the most prestigious industry competitions in the world,” said Jon Potter, Managing Director for the House of Suntory at Beam Suntory. “These awards are a testament to our company’s commitment to quality, precision and excellence. We congratulate our Chief Blender, Shinji Fukuyo, and his diligent team across our distilleries who exhibit the highest level of skill and passion for their craft. This hard -working group commits daily to producing nothing but the best spirits,” he added.