Suntory Whisky Hibiki Japanese Harmony Launch | Suntory Whisky Pop Up Returns

Gastrology were delighted to attend he launch of Hibiki Japanese Harmony whisky, the latest masterpiece from the award-winning House of Suntory, available in the Australian market from June 2015. 

We joined Mike Miyamoto, Global Brand Ambassador to enjoy a night of tasting and bespoke cocktails alongside modern canapes.

Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a meticulous and refined blend that offers a symphony of more than 12 malt and grain whiskies from Suntory’s Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries, developed by third-generation Master Blender Shingo Torii and fourth-generation Chief Blender Shinji Fukuyo. 

Hibiki Japanese Harmony, thoughtfully presented in the classic 24-faceted glass bottle symbolizing the 24 seasons of the old Japanese lunar calendar, pays tribute to the original Hibiki blend. 

Fukuyo meticulously used the exact malt and grain whiskies that went into the first Hibiki blend; American White Oak malt whiskies form a solid base, which are accentuated by the rare Mizunara (Japanese oak) and Sherry malt whiskies. 

These exceptional malt whiskies are the backbone of the award-winning Hibiki range – Hibiki 17yrs, 21yrs, 30yrs and now, Hibiki Japanese Harmony. Grain whiskies from Suntory’s Chita distillery act as the “dashi” or broth, to complete the personality of the malt whiskies and enhance the overall harmony of flavour of Hibiki. 

Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a blend that reflects the expert craftsmanship and delicate nature of the Japanese, and it is at once pure and complex. There is a transparency of taste that allows this whisky to reveal all of its complexities simultaneously. More than 12 malt and grain whiskies are blended together to create an enveloping harmony of flavours and aromas. 

The newest member of the House of Suntory is extremely versatile, recommended to be enjoyed neat, blended with water, mixed as a cocktail, or served with a hand-carved ice ball for the ultimate Japanese whisky experience, and enhances any dining experience. 

Suntory Whisky Pop Up Returns!

Following a successful 2014, and to celebrate the launch of Hibiki Japanese Harmony, The House of Suntory Exclusive Takeover is returning to Hihou next week.

A six course and three course menu paired with whiskies will be available and guests will also experience the popular whisky highball and whisky on hand-chipped ice balls that are currently experiencing huge interest from whisky conoisseurs across Australia.

What: The House of Suntory Exclusive Takeover Melbourne

When: Every Wednesday night in July

Where: Hihou Japanese bar lounge and dining Melbourne, First Floor 1 Flinders Lane

Bookings essential via info@hihou.com or on The House of Suntory Exclusive Takeover Facebook page.

Gastrology bloggers attended the event courtesy of  Suntory.