Hibiki 12 year old is a the younger edition of this very popular range of blended whisky produced by Suntory.
This limited edition Kacho Fugetsu bottling is released alongside the older Hibiki limited editions carrying the same name.
Awards:
- ISC GOLD IN 2010, 2013, 2015
- SWSC DOUBLE GOLD IN 2012, 2014
- IWSC GOLD (BEST IN CLASS) 2010
Tasting Note
Blossoming. Exuberant.
A dazzling, echoing roundness.
Color: shiny amber
Nose: pineapple, plum, raspberry, honey, hibiscus
Palate: banana, pomegranate, custard, pink pepper
Finish: sweet, sour and complex
Distillery Info
Established in 1899, Suntory it is one of the oldest companies in the distribution of alcoholic beverages in Japan, and makes Japanese whiskies. It has produced innumerable award winning whiskies for both the domestic and export markets. Of these, both the single malts of Yamazaki and Hakushu often make the headlines but the distillery group also produces the sensational (and multiple award winning) Hibiki blended whisky, (aged at 12yo, 17yo, 21 yo and 30 yo) using spirit from the aforementioned distilleries as well as grain whisky from their Chita production plant.
