Sell Your Aged Suntory Whisky
Buying Suntory Royal, Crest 12, and Special Reserve back-vintages.
Beyond Yamazaki and Hibiki, Suntory has a deep catalog of historic blends. We purchase 'dusty' bottles of Royal, Crest, and Reserve from the 80s and 90s.
What We Buy (Examples)
These are examples, not a full list. If you have anything else from this producer, including older bottles and odd releases, submit it and we will review it.
- Suntory Crest 12 Year Old
- Suntory Royal 12 Year Old
- Suntory Royal 15 Year Old
- Suntory Royal 'SR' (Vintage)
- Suntory Special Reserve 10 Year / 12 Year
- Suntory Excellence
- Suntory 'The Whisky'
What We Do Not Buy
- Suntory Toki (Current Release)
- Suntory Old (standard NAS) - unless bulk
- Open decanters
- Empty bottles
What to Send for a Quote
- Front label showing age statement (if any)
- Top of cap (tax strips on old bottles)
- Box condition
- Glass code or bottom stamp
- Fill level
Condition Factors
- -Tax Strips: US Tax strips or Japanese tax seals date the bottle
- -Evaporation: Older screw caps on 'Royal' bottles can loosen, check fill
- -Labels: Foxing (brown spots) on old paper labels is common
- -Box: Original gift boxes add value
Pricing Factors
- -Age Statement: Crest 12 is the leader here.
- -SR vs 12/15: 'SR' Royal is common; 12 and 15 year versions are rarer.
- -Decanters: Fancy ceramic shapes (Instruments, Animals) have specific collector value.
- -Era: Pre-1989 (tax reform) bottles are historically interesting.
Common Questions
Is Suntory Royal valuable?
It was the premium standard in the 80s. While not priced like Yamazaki, vintage Royal has solid value.
Do you buy the animal bottles?
Yes, the Zodiac ceramic series is collectible. We check for weight (fill level).
What is 'Suntory Crest'?
Crest 12 was a premium blend positioned above Royal. It was discontinued and is now sought after.
Do you buy Suntory Old?
Only older versions (70s/80s) or mostly in bulk lots.
What about 'The Whisky'?
Yes, Suntory 'The Whisky' is a very high-end discontinued porcelain release. We buy it.
Is Toki worth selling?
No, Toki is a current mixing whisky readily available for $30.
Ready to sell?
Get a direct offer with no consignment fees.
Not sure what you have or do not see it listed? Submit it through the form, or text photos to 213-770-9463.