Hibiki 17 Year Old Shiki Kacho Limited Edition 2010

Volume: 700ml / ABV: 43%

This is Suntory's most popular blend, the Hibiki. Launched in 1989, it contains malt whisky from Yamazaki and Hakushu, and grain from the Chita distillery. The 17 year old was joined in the original lineup by a 21 year old and a non-age statement. The latter both still exist in one form or another, but this expression was discontinued in 2018 after unprecedented demand for Japanese whiskies created wholesale stock shortages within even its largest companies.

Shiki Kacho was the first ever limited edition Hibiki 17 year old. It was released in 2010, predating both the sought-after Phoenix and Egret editions, and the rarest of the three.