Hibiki 21 Year Old
Suntory

Hibiki 21 Year Old

響 21年

Category
Blended
ABV
43%
Age
21 Years
Price Range
$500+
Volume
700ml
Cask Type
mixed
✓ JSLMA Certified Japanese Whisky

About

The pinnacle of Suntory's blending art. Hibiki 21 is composed of meticulously selected whiskies aged at least 21 years. Extremely rare and highly coveted by collectors worldwide.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Extremely complex with dried apricot, sandalwood, incense, dark caramel, and old oak.

Palate

Velvety smooth with layers of rich fruit cake, Mizunara oak, dark honey, old leather, and bitter chocolate.

Finish

Extraordinarily long and evolving, with waves of spice, dried fruit, and Mizunara sandalwood.

What People Are Saying

Regarded as an iconic, bucket list Japanese whisky. Reddit reviewers describe it as "in another league" compared to Hibiki Harmony, with "the palate just standout" and calling it "a haiku rather than a sonnet" for its soft, delicate complexity. However, at $800 to $1000+ in the secondary market, threads asking "is it worth it at $999.99?" generate heated debate. Those who have tried it often say it started their love for whisky. The 24 faceted bottle design (representing the 24 seasons of the Japanese calendar) is universally admired. Extremely difficult to find at retail.

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How to Enjoy

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Awards

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WWA · Best in Class (2017)
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WWA · Best in Class (2013)