# Musical Milestone Liquor The Rolling Stones Whisky Celebrates 50 Years of Success By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-11-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rolling-stones-whisky References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/suntory-releases-limited-edition-rolling-stones-50th-anniversary-whisky.html) & [suntory](http://www.suntory.com/news/2012/11493.html) Many may think that it was only a matter of time until [Rolling Stones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rolling-stones-bitmoji-show-lens) whisky became a reality, and finally, the product has come to fruition. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the band, an iconic glass bottle was designed by [Suntory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suntory-premium-highball-yamazaki), a Japanese liquor company. The cheeky bottle features the memorable lips and tongue logo that has appeared on posters, t-shirts, bodies of fans and many other surfaces. The liquor is said to have a rich yet slightly bitter taste that goes down smooth like a bottle of refreshing ale. The Rolling Stones Whisky comes in a beautifully designed black box that opens out like a wardrobe. There's limited quantity of this spirit, so if you are a huge [Rolling Stones fan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jukebox-x-the-rolling-stones), it would be best to get your hands on the product quickly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Limited Edition Spirits:** Creating limited edition spirits with unique packaging designs and tie-ins to popular culture can create a sense of exclusivity and drive consumer excitement. - **Collaborative Branding:** Bringing together iconic brands from different industries, such as music and liquor, can create unique marketing opportunities and expand consumer reach. - **Nostalgic Packaging:** Designing packaging with nostalgic elements that evoke emotions and memories can attract consumers seeking a sense of familiarity and connection to beloved brands. ### Who This Affects Most - **Alcohol & Beverage:** The alcohol and beverage industry can capitalize on limited edition releases and collaborations with popular cultural icons to create excitement, increase sales, and grow brand loyalty. - **Music & Entertainment:** The music and entertainment industry can explore partnerships with beverage companies to create custom products that celebrate milestones, engage fans, and generate additional revenue streams. - **Packaging & Design:** The packaging and design industry can offer innovative solutions to develop unique and eye-catching packaging for limited edition collaborations, helping brands stand out on shelves and capture consumer attention. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rock Band-Themed Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss.md) - [Hair Metal-Inspired Aged Rums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aged-rum.md) - [Music-Celebrating Irish Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slane-special-edition.md) - [Anniversary-Honoring Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuji-50th-anniversary-single-malt.md) - [Extravagant Whiskey Bottle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-bottle-design.md) - [Collaborative Rock Band Merch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rolling-stones-merch.md) - [Collaborative Rock Band-Branded Bourbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashing-pumpkins-bourbon.md) - [Sports Car-Inspired Whiskies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martin-in-formula-one.md) - [Collaborative Natural Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jukebox-x-the-rolling-stones.md)