Suntory Hibiki Japanese Harmony Master's Select

Hibiki Japanese Harmony Master's Select is a travel retail exclusive expression of Hibiki Harmony — the same multi-distillery, multi-cask Suntory blend, curated specifically for the international travel retail market and recognized with a Gold Medal at the 2016 World Whiskies Awards, presenting a slightly different cask selection emphasis from the standard Harmony that highlights the fruity sherry character.

The Master's Select designation indicates that Chief Blender Shinji Fukuyo made specific barrel selections for this expression that differ from the standard Harmony retail blend — the resulting profile emphasizes the fruity sherry notes and a richer, smoother texture that distinguish it from the standard expression. The World Whiskies Awards Gold Medal in 2016 validated the blend's quality against international competition at a time when Japanese whisky was at the peak of global critical attention. Like all Hibiki Harmony expressions, the Master's Select draws on at least 10 malt and grain whiskies from Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita, matured across multiple cask types including Mizunara Japanese oak.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich and complex — honey, orange peel, and fruity sherry notes with the underlying Hibiki Harmony character
• Palate: Smooth and balanced — the sherry cask influence more prominent than in the standard Harmony, with honey and dried fruit richness
• Finish: Lingering Mizunara spice touch with the sherry-influenced sweetness persisting

Specs

• Producer: Suntory, Japan
• Style: Japanese Blended Whisky, Travel Retail Exclusive
• Award: Gold Medal — World Whiskies Awards 2016
• Blend: Hibiki Harmony cask selection — Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita, multiple cask types
• ABV: 43% (86 Proof)
• Size: 750ml

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