{"product_id":"hibiki-blossom-harmony-2021","title":"Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2021 Japanese Whisky 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiki Blossom Harmony 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e is Suntory's 2021 limited-release Japanese blended whisky, featuring whisky finished in sakura (Japanese cherry-wood) casks. \u003cstrong\u003e700ml (70cl) · 43% ABV · 86 US proof.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCraftsmanship and the 2021 edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in Japan on 25 May 2021, this edition introduced sakura-cask-finished whisky to the Hibiki blend for the first time. Suntory blended these specially finished components with Hibiki's core whiskies. The distinction lies in the use of selected cherry-wood-finished components, not in maturing the entire blend exclusively in sakura casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlossom Harmony 2021 is a specific limited release, rather than the standard Japanese Harmony expression. The year identifies the edition, not a 21-year age statement. Suntory's original presentation paired seasonal floral designs and red accents with motifs inspired by Japanese ceremonial dining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes from Suntory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdapted from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.suntory.co.jp\/whisky\/hibiki\/member\/21041201\/\"\u003eSuntory's official Japanese tasting notes for the 2021 release\u003c\/a\u003e. These are the producer's notes, not an independent tasting of our stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral aromas recalling cherry blossom and osmanthus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rounded texture with acacia honey, La France pear and delicate sweetness reminiscent of sakura mochi, a Japanese cherry-blossom rice confection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, rich and floral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuntory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHibiki\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlossom Harmony 2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese blended whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eRelease date in Japan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 May 2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBottle size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml \/ 70cl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAlcohol strength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43% ABV \/ 86 US proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCask distinction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes whisky finished in sakura (Japanese cherry-wood) casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAge statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo age statement; 2021 identifies the edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions and official sources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this Hibiki 21 Year Old?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2021 is a different expression. The year identifies the release, not the whisky's age or a distillation vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWere only 500 bottles produced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuntory's announcement does not establish that as the total production. The 500 bottles offered in its Japanese lottery were only part of the limited release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat should international buyers check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, confirm delivery eligibility for your destination, shipping charges and any applicable import costs. Please contact us if you need clarification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre customs duties included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless checkout explicitly states otherwise, destination-country duties, taxes and import charges are not included and remain the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial sources (Japanese):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.suntory.co.jp\/news\/article\/13828.html\"\u003eSuntory's 2021 launch announcement\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.suntory.co.jp\/whisky\/hibiki\/member\/21041201\/\"\u003e2021 product introduction and tasting notes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFor adults of legal drinking age only. Please enjoy responsibly.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suntory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42927236284464,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/2514\/9744\/files\/exec-e487981b-4657-433b-984b-6e5a3d06bfc8.png?v=1788476631","url":"https:\/\/bottleofjapan.com\/products\/hibiki-blossom-harmony-2021","provider":"Bottle Of Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}