Hibiki Japanese Harmony Master’s Select Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Brand: Hibiki (House of Suntory)

Release Name: Japanese Harmony Master's Select Limited Edition

Whisky Style / Type: Blended Japanese Whisky, Sherry Cask Influenced

Composition: Blend of 10 Malt and Grain Whiskies, Aged Across 5 Cask Types

Age: No Age Statement

Volume: 700ml Bottle

Alc / Vol (%): 43.0%

Country: Japan

Region: Blended from Suntory's Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita Distilleries

Cask Type: American White Oak, Sherry Casks (including Yamazaki Sherry Oak) and Mizunara Oak

Limited Edition: Yes (Originally a Global Travel Retail Exclusive, Released Late 2015)

Award Winner: Not independently confirmed for this specific release — Hibiki as a brand is Japan's most highly awarded blended whisky

Hibiki is a premium Japanese whisky brand known for its smooth, balanced blends and rich, layered flavors crafted from carefully matured malt and grain whiskies.

Master's Select was Hibiki's first major variation on its no-age-statement Harmony expression, built specifically for global travel retail and matured across five different cask types rather than the three used in the standard release. The addition of Yamazaki sherry oak in the maturation gives it a richer, more fruit-driven character than regular Harmony — more orange marmalade and dark chocolate depth, less of the delicate floral lightness — making it a distinct expression rather than just a packaging variant. Presented in Hibiki's signature 24-facet bottle decorated with an elaborate gold sakura and wheel design representing Japan's 24 traditional seasons, it's as much a display piece as a whisky to drink, and a strong gifting option for someone who already owns the standard Harmony and wants a bolder, sherry-forward alternative from the same producer.