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WhiskyYamazaki/HakushuJapan

Hibiki 17 Year

by Suntory
Dried FruitHoneyOakyFloralSpicyChocolate
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🔬 Whiskey Details

Type
Japanese Blended Whisky
Age
17 Year
Region
Yamazaki/Hakushu
Distillery
Suntory

🎨 Flavor Profile

Dried FruitHoneyOakyFloralSpicyChocolate

📝 Tasting Notes

👃 Nose

Profound and sophisticated with dark honey, dried fig, and plum compote alongside toasted sandalwood and exotic spices. Hints of dark chocolate-covered orange and old leather add gravitas to the complex aromatic profile.

👅 Palate

Rich and velvety texture carries flavors of muscovado sugar, blackberry preserves, and mizunara oak with its characteristic coconut and incense notes. Warming cinnamon, clove, and a touch of espresso bean create exceptional depth.

🔥 Finish

Long, luxurious finish with persistent oak spice, dark chocolate, and evolving waves of dried fruit that linger beautifully on the palate.

🥃 How to Enjoy

Recommended
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Neat

Best for complex single malts and aged expressions. Room temperature in a tulip or Glencairn glass.

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On the Rocks

Works well with lighter blended whiskeys. Use one large ice cube to keep dilution slow and controlled.

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A Touch of Water

Opens up the aromatics on cask-strength bottlings. One small drop at a time — you can always add more.

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