An exquisite 12 year old blended Japanese whisky. Hibiki includes malt whisky from Yamazaki and Hakushu, as well as grain whisky from Chita. The whisky is partly matured in plum liqueur barrels. Sadly, following the massive surge in popularity of Japanese whisky in the 2010s, this expression was discontinued by Suntory in 2015. Bottles have now become rare and collectible.
This bottle was part of a private collection - if you'd like more detailed photos just get in touch!
Please also note it comes without a box.
Juicy marmalade with real chunks of orange, cooked apples dusted with cinnamon, thick honey and plum wine.
Crushed almonds, stewed fruits, clove-studded oranges. Sherried malt and a subtle core of oak.
Bright and flavoursome with crisp apple and citrus.
“I've tasted a few Japanese drams so far and none were disappointing! This one was the best by far. This Hibiki 12 Year Old is a so-called premium blend, because it contains (besides grain whisky as packer) no less than 30 different single malts that are at least 12 years of age, topped off with a 30-year old! The dram has matured on Japanese oak first and finished in so-called Umeshu cask, previously used for the maturing of Japan's famous plum brandy. The whole went through a process of charcoal filtering - through bamboo wood no less - that gives the whole it's mellow, soft taste. It was launched in 2009 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Suntory Hibiki distillery. The influence of the Umeshu cask is clearly detectable on the nose. Apart from plum, raspberry and pineapple, one also gets hit by very sweet honey and a truckload of vanilla. On the palate, a duel is going on between the oak and the barley. What a body. Very good indeed. The finish is nicely spiced and long. The sweet oak prevents the dram from burning down your throat.Mmmm very moreish. The word 'Hibiki' has several meanings in Japanese, one of them being 'harmonious'. That's a good way to describe this premium blend. Available at other retailers for around £45.”
Master of Malt Customer
Love me whisky - got one of these when it won awards - wondered what all the fuss was about - not disappointed one of my favs. lovely plummy woody sweet nose and a nice orangey / marmalade with a nice tingle at the end - beautiful. Great present for a whisky lover or a whisky party.
Also, you can smell the fruit right away
An absolute delight. This is currently my favourite whisky.
Great Taste for people who drink quality liquor
This is a pretty nice expression from Hibiki. I prefer this to the 17 yo. I have now collected 6 bottles. Yummy
