Is it $70 good though? Not a fucken chance. New to Honest Booze Reviews, or just wondering how we score? See our FAQ/Review Policy.įinal Thoughts: Sure it’s a good whiskey. Want to compare this spirit against our archives? Visit our statistics page. Overall though if you see the Toki – it’s a better usage of money. We mentioned the Hakushu as being near the same price, and to be honest go with that. It’d be nice if like other whiskies it was meant for neat or rocks, but with coke – not bad. You might say ‘oh no it’s meant to be like scotch, don’t ruin it with cola’, but the fact is – it does better here. Whiskey and Coke: 7.0 – That is supremely tasty and good. It also kills that long lingering aftertaste though which is sad. Firs the tastes are much blended together, but that sweetness still prevails. W/ Rocks: 6.5 – Okay so that opens the whiskey up, let’s see what we got. Everything else though is stellar from design, logo, the bottle cut, box, etc. However the box came with and it wanks like a Japanese man in a gloryhole bathroom. Honesty: 7.0 – If we went by the bottle this is an 8.5. It lacks however a ‘drink me right now’ smell, and has a more – what am I – sort of vibe. It has a bit of what seems like rye, but also regular bourbon, and even a bit of ‘hot overproof’ to it. However that sugar is actually preventing this from being a good score here as it’s kind of – cloying (think that’s the right word).Īroma: 6.5 – That is very much ‘there’ – no need to dig around for the smell. Overall it’s actually quite pleasant, especially the longer you get from that initial taste.īurn/Smooth: 6.0 – So it is not entirely burning. There’s a bit of a sugar sweetness going on though.Īftertaste: 6.0 – The taste continues, and the sweetness sort of mellows alongside the lingering smoke + heat that you get. Taste: 3.0 – That sort of almost rye/overproof combo from the smell is here as well. Palate: honey like sweetness, candied orange peel, white chocolate.įinish: subtle and tender long finish, hint of Mizunara (Japanese oak).” Nose: rose, lychee, hint of rosemary, mature woodiness/sandal wood. Subtle, noble, and harmonious, Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a perfect introduction to Japanese Whisky and the award-winning House of Suntory Whisky. The Hibiki Japanese Harmony is the epitome of the Hibiki blend. Hibiki is a harmonious blend of innumerous malt and grain whiskies from Suntory’s distilleries, which are meticulously blended to create a full orchestra of flavors and aromas. The name Hibiki literally means ‘resonance’ in Japanese, and reflects the Suntory corporate philosophy to ‘live in harmony with people and nature.’ Hibiki celebrates Japanese nature and the subtleties found in the 24 seasons of the traditional calendar, reflected in the 24 facets of its bottle design. What they Say: “Bottle: A meticulous blend of the finest select whiskies.īox: Hibiki was created to be the paragon of the Suntory blend. This may be meant to be the best offering from Suntory, but you should settle and just buy Toki. Which sounds stupid, but the problem is that the actual taste and smell here are not winning any awards soon (that matter). If honest, the worst thing about this whiskey – is the actual whiskey. The Hibiki is no exception, and while preferred over some others from Suntory – it’s still going to be the Hakushu Distiller’s Reserve for us. Bravo.Credit where it’s due – Suntory and there selection of Japanese whiskies have done more than simply exist, and have left a distinctive flavor and style (albeit a derivative one). A hugely impressive feat of blending that proves, if there were any remaining doubt, that Japanese whisky can equal or beat anything produced in Scotland at this moment in time. Slips down easier than a greased eel in an oilslick. The spices seem to build in intensity at the finale. Nothing dominates, everything in place – the integration and balance are quite remarkable. Spices, apple peel and the last remnants of the finely-tuned grain. The citrus is here as well, if slightly more tart like lemon or grapefruit. Some clove, pepper and mixed peel as the sherry comes forward. Smooth as a snooker ball, with delicious fresh grain, oak tannins and delicately sherried malt. Fresh honeysuckle and nougat aromas, sugared almonds, sponge cake, icing sugar. Very fruity, with ripe oranges, apple pie, marmalade and plums (would I have still got those plums if I didn’t know about the plum liqueur maturation? I’d like to hope so). Lovely malt from Hakushu and Yamazaki, plus some aged grain from Chita, this terrific Japanese blend picked up the top prize in its category at the World Whisky Awards 2010. Hibiki 12 Years old: A stunning 12 year –old blend from Hibiki, some of the whisky has been part-matured in plum liqueur casks.
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