{"product_id":"hibiki-21yo-whisky","title":"Hibiki 21 Year Old Japanese Blended Whisky","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHibiki is a premium blended whisky brand launched by Suntory in 1989, designed to embody the Japanese ideal of harmony and craftsmanship. It draws upon whiskies from Suntory’s flagship malt and grain distilleries—Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita—to create complex blends. Over time, Hibiki has become a flagship of Japanese whisky, prized for elegance, balance, and refined blending.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Distiller and Production Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSuntory’s team of master blenders oversee Hibiki 21, guided by a philosophy of “sound and resonance” (Hibiki), aiming to marry subtlety with depth. They meticulously select component whiskies, taking into account age, cask type, and flavor continuity. The blend emphasizes balance, layering, and a seamless transition from aroma to finish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSource of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHibiki 21 is a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eblended whisky\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e combining malt whiskies from Yamazaki and Hakushu with aged grain whisky from Chita. The water is sourced from the natural springs and aquifers local to these distilleries, known for purity and mineral balance. Yeast strains are proprietary and maintained by Suntory across its distilleries to coordinate fermentation character.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eEach component whisky is distilled in copper pot stills (for malts) or appropriate grain stills (for Chita grain whisky), following Suntory’s exacting cut and fermentation protocols. The varied still shapes and operational nuances help give distinct profiles that, when blended, produce the signature Hibiki complexity.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAll component whiskies in Hibiki 21 are matured for at least 21 years (i.e. age-statement). The cask regimen includes ex-bourbon American oak barrels, European (sherry) casks, and rare Japanese Mizunara oak — the latter contributing incense, sandalwood, and oriental spice notes. The diversity of casks imbues complexity while retaining harmony.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Cooked fruit, blackberry, ripe banana, caramel, hints of floral incense.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Sandalwood, honeycomb, dried apricot, dark cherry, soft oak and spice tones — with Mizunara wood’s incense influence.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Long and refined, lingering incense, ripened fruit, warm spices, subtle smoke and Japanese oak resonance.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs beautifully with refined cuisine: dark chocolate, dried fruits and nuts, smoked duck, grilled shellfish, or desserts such as crème brûlée or caramelized apple. Its layered sweetness and spice balance savory and sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestions and Ideal Glassware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBest appreciated \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eneat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or with a few drops of water to coax subtler notes. Use a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlencairn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or tulip whisky glass to concentrate the nose. Serve around \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18-20 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for optimal aromatic development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOnce bottled, Hibiki 21 is stable and does not further mature in bottle. Store upright in a cool, dark setting (≈ 15-20 °C). The complexity is best enjoyed within the first decade of acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill (if applicable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBlended whisky (malt + grain). The precise proportions (mash bills) are proprietary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e43 %\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922276696278,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Hibiki21YoWhisky.png?v=1773668132","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/hibiki-21yo-whisky","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}