Suntory Announces Hibiki Harmony and 21 Year Old 100th Anniversary Limited Edition Releases
Suntory has announced the launch of Hibiki Japanese Harmony and Hibiki 21 Year Old limited editions in celebration of its 100th anniversary, honoring a century since founder Shinjiro Torii established Japan’s very first malt whisky distillery in 1923.
Hibiki Japanese Harmony Centennial Edition:
The Hibiki Japanese Harmony centennial edition packaging features motifs of snow, moon, and flowers representing Japan’s changing seasons. The ‘Kakehashi’ (bridge) depicted on the bottle links Japan and the world to the past, present, and future. The water flowing underneath is pure and clear, symbolizing the cleansing of hardships and calamity. The ‘Kakehashi’ symbolizes the emotional connection of the Japanese people to their country’s unique seasonality and its significance in everyday life, fostering an appreciation for time that deeply resonates and inspires Hibiki.
Hibiki Japanese Harmony is described as “amber” in color, with aromas of “rose, lychee, a hint of rosemary, mature woodiness, and sandalwood. On the palate, it offers notes of “honey-like sweetness, candied orange peel, and white chocolate.” The finish is “both subtle and tender with a hint of Mizunara.”
The Hibiki 21 Year Old Centennial Edition:
The limited edition Hibiki 21 Year Old is a delicate marriage of malt and grain whiskies that are meticulously blended to create an orchestra of flavors and aromas. For this special centennial edition, rare Mizunara oak is placed at the forefront, profoundly influencing the blend while still maintaining Hibiki’s character and essence.
The centennial anniversary label design on the Hibiki 21 Year Old bottle artfully displays a gradual transition of colors that evoke the sunrise in Japan, a symbol of life, vitality, and the ever-flowing passage of time. In Japanese culture, the sun holds deep meaning, as it nurtures the surrounding nature and provides essential energy. It stands as a reminder to appreciate life and embrace the changes that come with each passing moment.
Hibiki 21 Year Old is described as “tender gold” in color, aromas of “kumquat and jasmine with Japanese incense.” The palate is “subtly sweet and floral combined with spiced sandalwood and agarwood.” It concludes with a “long and deep finish with undertones of spiced Mizunara wood.”
The Hibiki Japanese Harmony and Hibiki 21 Year Old limited editions are bottled at 43% ABV and are available globally in select markets. No recommended retail price was provided at the time of publication.
Source: prnewswire.com.