Suntory Hibiki 17 years old

A noble dram for all seasons

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Pierre_W

Date:

27th May 2012

Reviewer rating:

85

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The average score for this whisky is 86.

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Tasting Notes by Pierre_W

Hibiki is a mix of different malt whiskies from the Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries as well as of grain whisky from the Chita distillery.

The nose is quite floral, with plenty of vanilla, a hint of peach and a touch of incense - are the Mizunara casks making themselves felt here?

The palate holds an interesting experience in store: it is soft and smooth at first, then there is a kick of pepper right at the end, resulting in a mouth-watering ending.

The finish is sweet with a touch of grass, long and warming.

I must say that this is an impressive blend that deserves the price tag that comes with it. In Japan this is frequently drunk with ice, however I like it best without the addition of water. This truly is a noble dram for all seasons!

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Whisky details

Distillery/Brand:

Suntory Hibiki

Bottling:

ABV:

43%

Colour:

Full Gold

Suntory Hibiki 17 years old A noble dram for all seasons Reviewed on 2012-05-27T07:43:00 scoring 85/100 by Pierre_W

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