Hibiki 12 Year Japanese Whisky 700mL is a highly sought-after 12-year-old blended Japanese whisky from Suntory’s celebrated Hibiki range. Introduced in 2009 and later discontinued as aged Japanese whisky stocks became increasingly scarce, Hibiki 12 Year combines carefully selected malt and grain whiskies from Suntory’s Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries. Bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof), the blend is especially notable for incorporating whisky matured in a variety of casks as well as components finished in Japanese plum liqueur casks, contributing additional fruit and sweetness. Its discontinued status and distinctive 24-faceted Hibiki decanter have made the 12 Year increasingly collectible.

Hibiki 12 Year delivers an elegant balance of fruit, sweetness, gentle spice, and oak. Aromas of ripe plum, honey, citrus, pineapple, and vanilla lead into a silky palate of orchard fruit, caramel, candied citrus, almonds, and delicate oak. The whisky remains refined and approachable throughout, finishing smooth and lingering with notes of fruit, honey, vanilla, and subtle spice.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Ripe plum, honey, citrus, pineapple, vanilla, delicate florals

  • Palate: Orchard fruit, caramel, candied citrus, almonds, honey, gentle oak

  • Finish: Smooth and lingering with sweet fruit, vanilla, honey, citrus, and subtle spice

FAQS

• What is Hibiki 12 Year Japanese Whisky?

Hibiki 12 Year is a premium 12-year-old blended Japanese whisky created by Suntory using carefully selected malt and grain whiskies.

• What proof is Hibiki 12 Year?

Hibiki 12 Year is bottled at 43% ABV, or 86 proof.

• Which distilleries are used in Hibiki 12 Year?

The blend incorporates whiskies associated with Suntory’s renowned Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries.

• What makes Hibiki 12 Year unique?

In addition to its 12-year age statement, the blend incorporates whisky influenced by Japanese plum liqueur casks, adding distinctive layers of fruit and sweetness.

• Is Hibiki 12 Year discontinued?

Yes. Hibiki 12 Year was discontinued, making remaining bottles increasingly difficult to find and desirable among Japanese whisky collectors.

• How should Hibiki 12 Year be enjoyed?

Hibiki 12 Year can be enjoyed neat, with a few drops of water, or over a large piece of ice to highlight its delicate fruit, honey, vanilla, and oak character.