Will Hibiki 21 be discontinued?

Will Hibiki 21 be discontinued?

With each award both the price and demand for the Hibiki 21 has risen, making the 17 the last of the current Hibiki aged range that could be bought at a price that wouldn’t break the bank. This is expected to change now that Suntory has decided to stop producing the expression, amidst shortages of aged stock.

How do you drink Hibiki 21?

Suntory Whisky can be enjoyed in many different ways and here are a few recommended ways to drink.

1. highball.
2. neat.
3. on the rocks.
4. half rock.
5. whisky & Water.
6. hot whisky.

How much is hibiki at Costco?

Costco HIBIKI Suntory Harmony Whiskey $58.99 [Blended 12 yrs], Suntory Toki Japanese Whisky $28.99 YMMV B&M.

Is Hakushu 12 discontinued?

Hakushu 12 Year was discontinued in June 2018 after the rise in popularity of Japanese Whiskies depleted stocks. Therefore, it’s safe to assume that the company will only release a limited quantity of bottles.

Why is Suntory Hibiki so expensive?

As recently as May 2018, Beam Suntory announced it would have to stop selling Hibiki 17 Year Old and Hakushu 12 Year Old. “At the moment, demand outweighs supply, making continued sale difficult,” a spokesperson summed up. And when supply falls, demand isn’t the only thing to rise: prices do, too.

Do they still make Hakushu 12?

Is Hibiki 21 good?

Hibiki 21 was named World’s Best Blended Whisky at the 2013 World Whiskies Awards and was awarded 96 points in Jim Murray’s 2014 Whisky Bible. Dr. Whisky says it’s ‘Unbelievably balanced, and dangerously drinkable’. So basically, it’s pretty good stuff!

Is Japanese whiskey healthy?

The Guardian reports that Japanese whisky has been shown to have high levels of the antioxidant ellagic acid. This could mean it helps protect the body against inflammation and cancers — but the evidence is limited.

Which is the best Japanese whisky?

The 12 Best Japanese Whiskies to Drink in 2021

• Best Overall: Yamazaki 12 Year Old at Drizly.
• Best Under $100: Nikka Coffey Grain at Drizly.
• Best Under $50: Mars Shinshu Iwai 45 at Drizly.
• Best for Highball: Suntory Toki at Drizly.
• Best Single Malt: Hakushu 12 Year Old at Drizly.

Why is hibiki sold out?

“In the meantime, due to supply constraints of certain aged whiskies, Hibiki 17 Year Old and Hakushu 12 Year Old will be discontinued in markets at some point after this year, and will have limited availability in the next few years.” Suntory Holdings apologised to whisky fans for the temporary discontinuation.