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Whisky Review: Hibiki Japanese Harmony

We review Hibiki Japanese Harmony, a Japanese blended whisky from Beam Suntory that's made up of an undisclosed mash bill of 10 different malt and grain whiskies aged in 5 different types of oak.

OVERALL RATING

9
$75.00
  • Nathan is a Certified Spirits Specialist, Sommelier, and award-winning bartender.
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Tasting Notes

About:

Japanese blended whisky of undisclosed mash bill of 10 different malt and grain whiskies aged in 5 different types of oak for an undisclosed amount of time and bottled at 43% ABV in 750mL bottles for around $75 USD
Appearance:
This whisky has great clarity, and a golden tone that just glows asking to be sipped. It deepens into rich light browns where the liquor is thicker. In 2018 Hibiki Harmony released a special bottle design, inspired by traditional kimono patterns and adorned with a tabane-noshi.
Nose:
Rich wooden flooring, the kind that gives you a sense of presence in a really old building. Some soft honey aromas creep out from under the heavier blanket of oak and are carried through with a pleasant hint of varnish.
Palate:
Initial is bright and lively, lifting you up and bringing you to attention, forcing you to focus and really appreciate all the flavors being presented to you. The mid palate gently carries you into a wonderfully soft finish where the heat builds slowly and pleasantly. Both the flavor and texture come to an end with a soft ebb and flow until you hardly notice it anymore.
Finish:
Comments:
While I was hoping for a deeper complexity in this whiskey it is hard to fault its wonderful flavor and balance. Not many producers can create such a light and energetic whiskey without sacrificing its finish. The Hibiki Harmony does a fantastic job of showcasing skilled blending to bring you a youthful beauty with an old soul.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Nathan Gerdes

Nathan, a Certified Spirits Specialist, Sommelier, and USBG Spirits Professional, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the world of whisky. He has also shared his expertise as an Adjunct Professor, teaching courses on Distilled Spirits and Mixology. During his bartending career, Nathan served as President of the Oregon chapter of the United States Bartenders Guild and earned recognition for his creativity and skill by winning multiple national cocktail competitions. Notably, one of his victories led to him being featured on the cover of GQ Magazine as the "Most Imaginative Bartender in America."

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