Suntory Hibiki 12 year old

Difford's Guide

alc./vol: 43%

Proof: 86°

Vintage: Non-vintage

Aged: No age statement

Product of: Product of Japan Japan

Hibiki 12 is blended from malt and grain whiskies, which are filtered through bamboo charcoal before aging in Japanese plum liqueur ‘Umeshu’ casks. The whisky is bottled in an elegant 24 faceted decanter representing both the hours in the day and the 24 seasons of the Japanese lunar calendar.

The label is made of Echizen Washi paper, a traditional Japanese hand-moulded paper made from plant fibres and officially used by court nobles and samurai as early as the 14th century.

Suntory launched this, the youngest expression of Hibiki in London on 14-May 2009, some 4 months before the brands home market. Hibiki was originally launched in 1989 to commemorate Suntory's 90th anniversary. Twenty years on this 12 year old release celebrated its 110th anniversary.

Review and Tasting


Sampled on 15/06/2011

Appearance:

Clear, vibrantly golden

Aroma:

An inviting nose of tinned pineapple, honey and vanilla.

Taste:

That easy nose hides the explosion of spice and oakey complexity that hits your palate. The spirit has a thick, velvety texture and spicy acidity tamed by sweet honey and that overripe pineapple so evident on the nose.

Aftertaste:

The best bit is the lasting honey and spice finish, which as it fades encourages you to have another sip and start the rollercoaster ride all over again.

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Closure: Natural cork stopper

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