Suntory Beverage & Food (STBFY-O)

The market is looking at recession-proof stocks--food and beverage. The group grapples with rising costs, but enjoy steady demand and stable management and pricing power to pass higher costs to consumers. Suntory has a thriving business, due in part to its brilliant 2014 purcahse of Jim Beam.

A big Japanese premium liquor company whose products including Jim Beam, vodka, wines and energy drinks. Last week, they reported super first-half results: 9% revenue growth and 33% operating income up YOY. They also boast green initiatives.