Hibiki 17 Musashino Fuji (2013)

Hibiki 17 Years Old – Musashino Fuji (2013)

A poetic and highly evocative limited edition, Hibiki 17 Years Old – Musashino Fuji (2013) captures the spirit of Japanese harmony through both flavour and visual storytelling. Inspired by the Musashino Plain and the iconic presence of Mount Fuji, this special release elevates the beloved Hibiki 17 into a cultural expression—where whisky, landscape, and artistry converge in quiet balance.

At its heart lies Hibiki 17 Years Old, a blend celebrated for its approachability, elegance, and seamless integration of malt and grain whiskies. Seventeen years of maturation lend depth and composure, allowing fruit, gentle sweetness, and oak to unfold with clarity and restraint. Guided by Suntory’s philosophy of wa, the whisky expresses harmony rather than dominance, making it both refined and deeply comforting.

The 2013 Musashino Fuji edition is distinguished by its beautifully illustrated bottle, depicting Mount Fuji rising serenely over the Musashino landscape. The artwork transforms the bottle into a canvas of Japanese natural beauty, reflecting the calm, balanced character of the whisky within. It is a release cherished not only for its liquid, but for its cultural resonance and visual elegance.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Gentle and inviting. Notes of honey, dried apricot, and orange peel emerge alongside soft floral tones, sandalwood, and a hint of polished oak.

Palate: Smooth and harmonious. Flavours of ripe orchard fruit, light toffee, and honeyed malt unfold with subtle spice, vanilla, and well-integrated oak. The texture is silky and approachable, with balance at its core.

Finish: Medium to long, clean, and graceful. Lingering dried fruit, gentle oak, and a soft sweetness fade slowly into a calm, refined aftertaste.

Hibiki 17 Years Old – Musashino Fuji (2013) is a graceful celebration of Japanese nature and blending artistry. Now discontinued and increasingly rare, it stands as a treasured expression of harmony—where flavour, landscape, and tradition meet in perfect accord.