Hibiki 17 Year Old Japanese Whisky - 70cl 43% A.B.V_47.2% sipping neat

sipping neat

followed by brittle toffee and a suggestion of Sherry

Nose A lovely enticing multi-layered nose with creamy vanilla

exotic notes of toffee

chosen by Macallan's Master Whisky Maker Bob Dalgarno

Hibiki 17 Year Old Japanese Whisky - 70cl 43% A.B.V_47.2% sipping neatThere are few awards in the world of whisky that Suntory's Hibiki 17 Year Old hasn't won. It is simply iconic. A Japanese blended whisky made with aged malt and grain whiskies from Chita, Yamazaki and Hakushu. Nose: Quite fruity: plums and a touch of cherry. Oak and grains and some shy sherry notes in the background. Palate: Very light and mostly dry. The wood influence appears quickly Finish: Drying with the oak tannins holding court. STAFF PICK This