How to Read Hibiki 21

Discover why this rare, award-winning Japanese blend is revered for harmony and depth. Nose

• Incense and sandalwood (Mizunara oak’s signature)
• Cooked fruit: blackberry, ripe banana
• Caramel and gentle sherry fruit
• Sandalwood, honeycomb, dried apricot, plum
• Dark chocolate with soft Mizunara spice
• Long, temple-wood warmth; sherry and spice linger
• Sushi or seared scallop: umami lifts the fruit and honey
• Miso-glazed fish or duck: sweetness echoes the oak spice
• Crème brûlée or almond desserts: caramel and sandalwood harmonize

Tip: Hover the glass and breathe softly; let it rest 10 seconds between nosings. Sip Tip: Take a small sip and let it coat the mid-palate before you swallow. Finish Tip: A single drop of water can open the incense note. Pairing moments Served neat. This is a premium tasting experience, not a bar shot. Availability may vary—ask for guidance and tasting notes.