Suntory has released its latest blend with the launch of Hibiki Japanese Harmony whisky. First launched in March in Japan, this whisky is now set for global release.
Developed by third-generation Master Blender Shingo Torii and fourth-generation Chief Blender Shinji Fukuyo, Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a blend of more than 12 malt and grain whiskies from Suntory’s Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries.
The whisky is presented in a 24-faceted glass bottle, symbolising the 24 seasons of the old Japanese lunar calendar, and pays homage to the original Hibiki blend. Fukuyo has used the exact malt and grain whiskies that went into the first Hibiki blend – American White Oak malt whiskies for the base, accentuated by rare Mizunara (Japanese oak) and sherry malt whiskies.
The whisky is described as having aromas of rose and lychee, with hints of rosemary, mature woodiness, and sandalwood. The palate has honey-like sweetness, candied orange peel and white chocolate, with a long, subtle finish.
It is recommended that Hibiki Japanese Harmony be enjoyed neat, blended with water, mixed as a cocktail, or served with a hand-carved ice ball for the full Japanese whisky experience.
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