Hibiki 17 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
- Distillery
- Hibiki
- Region
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Blended
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 17 years
- Price
- £1999
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Vanilla, Fragant, Malt Extract, Toasted
- Description
- Hibiki's discontinued 17-year Kacho Fugetsu is a harmoniously balanced blended whisky that reflects the refinement of Japanese whisky-making at its height. The blend showcases subtle layers of fruit, wood spice, and delicate florals, with the hallmark Hibiki smoothness and elegance throughout. The 24-faceted bottle—representing the 24 seasons of the lunar calendar—makes this a distinctive collector's item. Ideal for those seeking a sophisticated, complex Japanese blend with historical significance.
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ABV
43%
Age
17 yr
Style
Blended
✦ Neatly Summary
Hibiki 17 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu is a 17-year-old blended from Hibiki (Japan), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and floral character — honey, vanilla, fragant, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Hibiki's discontinued 17-year Kacho Fugetsu is a harmoniously balanced blended whisky that reflects the refinement of Japanese whisky-making at its height. The blend showcases subtle layers of fruit, wood spice, and delicate florals, with the hallmark Hibiki smoothness and elegance throughout. The 24-faceted bottle—representing the 24 seasons of the lunar calendar—makes this a distinctive collector's item. Ideal for those seeking a sophisticated, complex Japanese blend with historical significance.
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