Hibiki Japanese Harmony Limited Edition 2021 is a specially designed collector's bottle of Suntory's acclaimed Hibiki Japanese Harmony blended whisky. Adorned with painted flowers and flowing ribbons of water, the design pays tribute to Ryusui-Hyakka, meaning "One Hundred Flowers and Flowing Water," and represents the vital force of Japan's ever-changing twenty-four seasons. Bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof).

A Collectible Take on an Icon

Since its introduction in 1989, the Hibiki bottle has been built around the number 24, with 24 facets symbolizing the 24 hours of a day and the 24 seasons of the traditional Japanese lunar calendar. For 2021, the blossoms of those 24 seasons are painted across the bottle, intertwined with a flowing stream of water that connects one season to the next. Only the artwork is exclusive to this edition; inside is the same Hibiki Japanese Harmony.

The Blend

Hibiki Japanese Harmony blends more than a dozen malt and grain whiskies from Suntory's Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries. It's built from five key styles: Chita grain whisky as the "broth," malt whiskies aged in American oak, sherry, and Mizunara (Japanese oak) casks, and a smoky malt whisky that adds hidden complexity.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: rose, lychee, a hint of rosemary, mature woodiness, and sandalwood.
• Palate: honey-like sweetness, candied orange peel, and white chocolate.
• Finish: subtle and tender, with a long finish and a hint of Mizunara.

How to Enjoy It

Sip it neat to appreciate its delicate, layered character, or with a single large ice cube. It's equally suited to display as a collector's piece or as an elevated gift.

Why Collectors Want This Bottle

• A one-year-only design in Suntory's limited-edition bottle series.
• Hand-painted-style floral artwork on Hibiki's iconic 24-facet bottle.
• Suggested retail was $125, and the bottle is now a sought-after secondary-market piece.

Product Details

• Brand: Hibiki, Suntory
• Type: Blended Japanese whisky, limited edition
• Edition: 2021, Ryusui-Hyakka design
• Size: 750ml
• ABV: 43% (86 proof)
• Origin: Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ABV of this bottle?

It is bottled at 43% ABV, which is 86 proof.

Is the whisky different from standard Hibiki Japanese Harmony?

No. Only the bottle design is exclusive to the 2021 limited edition; the whisky inside is the same Hibiki Japanese Harmony blend.

What does Ryusui-Hyakka mean?

It means "One Hundred Flowers and Flowing Water," referring to the blossoms of the 24 Japanese seasons connected by flowing water.

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