Suntory Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a masterful blend that captures the essence of Japan’s natural beauty and expert craftsmanship. Kanzen — complete — Hibiki is a harmonious blend of innumerable malt and grain whiskies, meticulously crafted to create a full orchestra of flavours and aromas. Seductive, blossoming, and enigmatic, Hibiki celebrates an unrivalled art of blending, fine craftsmanship, and a sense of luxury from the House of Suntory. Launched in 1989 to commemorate Suntory’s 90th anniversary, Hibiki is Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky and among the most prestigious and honoured whiskies in the world — a whisky that thoughtfully balances complexity and elegance in every glass.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Warm amber — the rich, luminous colour of a Hibiki blend crafted from the finest malt and grain whiskies of the House of Suntory, with the depth and warmth that meticulous blending and careful maturation deliver.
Aroma
Rose, lychee, a touch of rosemary, mature wood, and sandalwood — a nose of extraordinary nuance and elegance, with the floral and fruity character of the Hibiki house style present in perfect harmony. Seductive, blossoming, and immediately captivating.
Palate
Honeyed sweetness complemented by candied orange peel and white chocolate — a palate of genuine refinement and sophistication, where the full orchestra of malt and grain whiskies reveals itself with grace and precision. Beautifully balanced and deeply satisfying.
Pairs With
Hibiki Japanese Harmony is best savoured neat or with a single drop of water to reveal its full complexity — equally rewarding in a Highball, and a natural companion for sushi, sashimi, light Japanese cuisine, dark chocolate, and fresh fruit desserts.
