Suntory Group to Launch Tokenized Premium Malt’s Beer on Avalanche Blockchain

Suntory Group to Launch Tokenized Premium Malt’s Beer on Avalanche Blockchain

Nov 18, 2024 / By Avalanche / 2 Minute Read

Suntory Group to Launch Tokenized Premium Malt’s Beer on Avalanche Blockchain

Proof of authenticity & ownership for world-renowned Yamazaki whiskey

Suntory Group, a world-leading beverage company, is set to launch its first-ever pilot project featuring the sale of tokenized Premium Malt’s bottled beer on Avalanche.

Known for its globally acclaimed "Yamazaki Whisky," Suntory will offer a limited release of tokenized Premium Malt’s bottles to the Japanese market starting in mid-November 2024.

As part of the project, the 715ml Premium Malt’s beer—aged in Yamazaki Whisky barrels—will feature near-field communication (NFC) technology on the neck of the bottle. When the cap is opened and the NFC tape is broken, customers will receive a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) as a certificate of consumption, providing a unique digital collectable for Premium Malt’s enthusiasts.

Suntory's Chief Digital Innovation Officer, Rio "Popeye" Inaba, and Ava Labs’ Japan Head Roi Hirata announced the initiative at Thailand Blockchain Week.

About Suntory Group

Suntory Group is a global leader in the beverage industry, headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1899, the company is renowned for its premium spirits, especially whisky brands like Yamazaki, Hibiki, and Hakushu, as well as a diverse portfolio of beer, soft drinks, and health products. 

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