Suntory Hibiki Japanese Harmony Blended Whiskey
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- Опубліковано 3 сер 2018
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Great review guys. Have to dive into some Japanese whiskeys myself. I've had Nikka Coffey grain which was pretty awesome. Cheers!
had that one too, it is good.
Always a pleasure to watch your videos 👏🎥. Amazing how the prices and popularity of Japanese whiskies are rising 😢. Cheers 😊🥃!
thanks Couch, they are a rising for sure!
Wow. I just opened this the other night. Crazy.
great minds think alike!
"Passion" lol. You guys are hilarious. I love your humors and reviews.
thanks for watching Eve.
Great job guys, this one is 100 in these parts, it seems good, but still haven't had any japanese whiskies.
thats pretty high.
The first bottle I had way back was the package you highlight in this vid. I have also tried the more recent edition, newer box. And get the sense there's more Yamazaki than Hakushu in the latest one... not the slightest hint of smoke that I thought I gleaned from the earlier bottle ... Am I just imagining this?
not sure, I don't remember any smoke at all.
It's a blend of Suntory's distilleries, malts and grains. Wouldn't be surprised if most of the whiskies sourced outside Japan. It's $110 in Ontario. I looked Harmony over Thursday then saw a 19yo Wiser's for much less.
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This is not bad, it makes a great infinity bottle lol
I seen the bloopers.......😝🥃👍 Cheers!
thanks vrich!
Great review as always fellas! I have not tried much Japanese whisky. I have enjoyed the ones I have tried but the prices keep me at bay.
they do run higher. thanks Jon.
Sadly the Hibiki 12 is no longer available and it is so much better than the base Harmony. I asked a Suntory rep if it is ever coming back, and they said no because the demand is so high for their products, they can barely meet the demand for the base NAS. Fortunately, I have a bottle stored in my collection. The 17 Is wonderful. The high prices are result of demand. Between the Tamdhu and the Hibiki Bottles are by far the most attractive IMHO.
thanks Everwind, i'm going to have to look for a dusty Hibiki 12.
It’s a nice light sweet whisky. I think it would be a good summer whisky.
yes it would Hoyet.
I tried this several years ago, and loved it. However, my love for this, and other Japanese whiskies have waned, as I have learned some of their practices. This doesn't go for all of them necessarily, but they can buy whiskey from any place in the world, and when it reaches Japanese soil, it magically becomes Japanese whiskey. So who knows... that Japanese whiskey you are enjoying, may be an Islay.
good point Sam. Its still good though!
I actually came to appreciate the Harmony ... After having the H12 and H17, which to my palate are preferable, and really of different Caliber. But I feel the Harmony can be appreciated ... perhaps in sort of a nostalgic way considering the demise of the age-statements. I find the Harmony interesting in its own way too: I think I can taste the components of the blend which are on their own, on the production wane(?). And I have had excellent moments with Harmony.
Not sure what Hakushu's future even is.
As to Sam's comment, decided to do a little home research: The Hakushu 18 labeling does denote "Distilled" at Hakushu Distillery. I'll assume at the moment same goes for Hakushu 12. (Bottle stored away at the moment). Yamazaki's 12 box denotes "Japanese Whisky" . The Nikka 17, If I read correctly, is a vatting from whiskeys, that according to their provenance (?) whiskeys are distilled at Yoichi* and Miyagikyo* distilleries. The labeling on the excellent age statements from Hibiki denote "malts and blend From Japan".
It is my understanding that "outsourcing" whiskies and maturing elsewhere and putting a label on the product is not altogether uncommon.
Probably yielding "mixed" results.
For instance KAIYo is a whiskey (from who knows where, perhaps) matured in Mizunara Oak, and therefore, as I gather, not labeled as "Japanese Whiskey" but KAIYo Whisky from Japanese Mizunara Oak barrels, aged at sea, produced by a trading company located in Hong Kong.
Would love to hear, gather, more info like this. Not to mention garner more information on what the future holds for Japanese Whiskey.
* P.S. To my palate the these two Nikka distilleries produce whiskeys that have a definite reference to Scotch whiskeys.
But of definitively Japanese character ... I have yet to find a Scotch that emulates what the the Suntory and Nikka distilleries produce.
great notes and thanks for the comment jmh!
also we've reviewed Nikka Coffey Grain and Pure Malt in the past, and coming up soon is the Nikka Coffey Malt.
Thanks I had wondered many times if this was worth the price point.
Whiskey Quests personally I don’t think it is... it’s quite light. Good flavors but it won’t wow you... I need to be wow’d in one way or another if I’m spending $60+. Just so many good bottles out there under $50... or plenty of other options at $60+ that will wow you.
It is considering availability. I’ve compared it with Crest 12 & Hibiki 21, the Harmony falls in between nicely; however, for obvious reasons, the Hibiki 21 wins out.
that surprised me that bart liked this one as much as he did. it doesn't really fit the wow category to me, but still good.
Dammit, Bart... Your description makes me want to pour a dram before bed LOL
pour it!
I got a bottle I love it !!!
it is very nice
I really enjoyed this one... not sure if it’s worth the price, but I’m glad to have the chance to sample that now legendary Suntory style Japanese Whisky.
it is Suntory Time!
Scotch Test Dummies the flavour from that Mizunara Oak is pretty incredible. Damn, now I’m going to have to pour myself a glass! Haha
don't think we even mentioned the Mizunara Oak did we?!
Scotch Test Dummies I find it a little bit on the nose, and then late on the palate into the finish... reminded me of French Oak at first. Definitely different. This was one of the few whiskies that I agree with almost all of the flavour notes on the back of the box. I’ll send you a link to my review on Instagram. (btw, it’s $110 here at LCBO, so you are very lucky to find it at that price!)
So glad you guys liked it! Enjoy!
Awesome Juice thanks Bush
For someone that has never had a japanese whiky. Would this be a good one to try first?
Yes but I don't think it will convert you. I've had several Japanese Whiskey's that were very good but I think their scarcity is driving the demand...but it will all depend on how it tastes to you.
@@ScotchTestDummies the scarcity and the novelty of consuming a product that originates from culturally rich Japan
Love the review and love The Shirt LT Bart
thanks Shimon!
Hibiki Harmony is a great pour!!
yes it is YoJimBo851610.
You got Paris and Berlin, what’s your next preferred location Bart?
Red Square or the statue of the kids dancing in Stalingrad...Yes I know it's back to it's real name now...forget the real name.
Love the Hibiki Harmony, but what happened to the merchandising being referenced in the show? Cheers, this show rocks!
what merchandise?
Scotch Test Dummies Sorry about opening a can of worm, it's just that I seem to recall more talk of the challenge coins, shirts, and glasses. If this has anything Scotch Trooper, well then I keep my trap shut. Hope it's a nothing burger and cheers on bringing back the monga shirt.
100$ down here in Canada
thats probably about as high as i'd go.
I am starting to see why bart likes "Peat Monsters" so much, he doesn't seem to have a naturally strong sense of smell. Not a knock, we all have different levels of smell, but damn. This whisky is definitely fruity and floral, and yes there is peated whisky in this. $80-90 in 2019.
thanks Brandon!
Looks like the Japanese Whisky craze hasn't hit your region yet, I just checked and you can't find it for less than $99 around me
thats a little high Kyle.
Hibiki!!!
suntory!
Man I would love to get Hibiki at under $60. Where I am Japanese Whisky is so hard to get nowadays that the same bottle of Hibiki in this video goes for $100 USD.
Ouch, thats high. Japan is putting out some good stuff!
Check out your local Safeway. I was able to scrounge 6 Hibiki Harmony for $62 each. It is in their locked up liquor cabinet.
@@b.whisky9438 Thanks for the heads up. If I ever get near a Safeway I'll be checking it out. at $62 the Hibiki Harmony is a a VERY fair price IMO. I'd buy that right now if I could.
@@TheReal_DeanD ....good luck. I hope you can score a few more Hibikis. I forgot to tell you, I went to 3 different Safeways to get the 6 hibiki harmony. Let me know if you were able to score a few.
@@TheReal_DeanD ...one bit of advice. Safeway often gives a discount of some spirits. If you buy 6 you'll get the discounted price. If there is only 2 hibikis left, ask their manager if you can get the discounted price since they only have 2 left, they will more than likely give it to you. They did that for me. If they give you 10% off instead, take that because it is a better deal. Good luck!!
There is not a fruit or vegetable you have not tasted or smelt :)
we're worldly
BLOPPERS!!!
they make an appearance occasionally
A decent blend. Not bad. The disconnect between the pour and the price you pay for 🇯🇵 Japanese whisky is becoming far too great.
The Nikka From the Barrel is now sold in the US, you guys should track one down. Will be less than this albeit it it's a 500ml bottle.
PS. Looking forward to the release of cask 4 coins
Yes. We can't wait for the Japanese bottle prices to come down again. These new coins look awesome!!!!
Day_Dramming ....the US Nikka From The Barrel is 750ml. I have 4 bottles and got it at Costco.
Interesting teeshirt there