Description
<p>Suntory Hibiki is a blended whisky that was first released in 1989 to commemorate Suntory’s 90th anniversary and has ever since been embraced as the paragon of The Art of Japanese Whisky. It is a harmonious blend of thirty distinct malt and grain whiskies which are meticulously blended to create a full orchestra of flavours and aromas.</p>
<p>”Kanzen” or complete, Hibiki Whisky is a harmonious blend of innumerous malt and grain whiskies which are meticulously blended to create a full orchestra of flavors and aromas. Seductive, blossoming and enigmatic, Hibiki Whisky celebrates an unrivaled art of blending, fine craftsmanship and a sense of luxury from the House of Suntory.</p>
<p>It is made with malt whiskies from the Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries, as well as grain whisky from the Chita distillery. The whiskies are drawn from 5 different types of cask, including American white oak casks, Sherry casks and Mizunara oak casks (Japanese oak).</p>
<p><strong>TO THE EYE</strong></p>
<p>Amber-coloured due to the four seasons of the surrounding waters and the special maturation process.</p>
<p><strong>TO THE NOSE</strong></p>
<p>Powerful aromas of vanilla, ripe berries, dry wood and a hint of peach and pineapples.</p>
<p><strong>TO THE PALATE</strong></p>
<p>Flavours of wood and oak with slight sweet vanilla notes.</p>
<p><strong>TO THE END</strong></p>
<p>Subtle, tender long finish, with a hint of Mizunara (Japanese oak).</p>