Hibiki Japanese Harmony Suntory Whisky, 70cl

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Kanzen”or complete, Hibiki is a harmonious blend of these three malt and grain whiskies which are expertly crafted to create a full orchestra of flavors and aromas. The production process is very similar to that for Scotch whisky, and the product is the closest in style to Scotch of all non-Scotch whisky. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented here and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. I thought it will be very different than Scottish whisky and maybe not good enough but it was a big surprise for me, something new but still whisky and really nice one.

A surprisingly dry mouthfeel, and a lightly sweet, then chilli-pepper taste, at full strength, mellowing with a little water, leaving a charred, oaky aftertaste. Hibiki is not only Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky, but also among the most prestigious whiskies in the world. It boasts zesty notes of fresh orange peel and apricot, along with a peppery spice which works wonders alongside the smooth, decadent flavour of white chocolate, lingering longingly on the palate. The production process is very similar to that for Scotch whisky, and the product is the closest in style to Scotch of all non-Scotch whisk(e)y. Our bins hold 18-24 bottles of wine or Champagne or 2-3 cases of lager when filled with ice and water.

The unusual bottle design presents itself with 24 facets in relief optics, which stand for one hour of the day and each month of the Japanese lunar calendar. Also sign me up for newsletters so I can get special offers, recommendations, and expert advice to my inbox! They are a harmonious blend of Suntory’s Yamazaki and Hakashu malt whiskies and Chita grain whisky that resound with calm complexity and “Wa”; oneness. This is a benchmark Japanese whisky that is smooth and gentle, with aromas and flavours of honey, candied.The Hibiki Japanese Harmony is the culmination of nearly a century of whisky-making from Japan's first ever whisky producer: Suntory. They mention that it comes from the best whisky producers in the world, is very nicely done and has a floral and light element. The Hibiki line is not only Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky, but it has been recognised internationally numerous times with countless awards and stands tall as a proud bastion of Japanese whisky-making prowess. Not just in its surroundings but in the ingredients it uses, this Japanese distillery sources spring water from the Southern Alps it is nestled within to create its whisky.