{"product_id":"hibiki-40-year-old-suntory-kagami-crystal-decanter-43-70cl-japanese-blended-whisky","title":"Hibiki 40 Year Old | Suntory | Kagami Crystal Decanter | 43% | 70cl | Japanese Blended Whisky","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHibiki 40 Year Old | Suntory | Kagami Crystal Decanter | 43% | 70cl | Japanese Blended Whisky\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pinnacle of Japanese whisky — and one of the most extraordinary bottles ever produced. Hibiki 40 Year Old represents Suntory's ultimate expression of harmony: a meticulously crafted blend of five aged Japanese whiskies, each contributing its own distinct character from across the Suntory distilleries, unified after four decades of patient maturation into something that transcends the concept of whisky and becomes an artefact of Japanese cultural heritage. Born of a century-old pursuit of harmony, this is not simply the oldest Hibiki ever released — it is a statement of what Japanese whisky can become when time, skill, and artistry are given absolute priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background-color:#f9f6f1;border-left:4px solid #b98f57;padding:14px 18px;font-style:italic;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This bottle will be dispatched on \u003cstrong\u003e28th August 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. Order now to secure your allocation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hibiki (Suntory)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 Years Old\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Blended Whisky — a blend of five meticulously aged whiskies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cl\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-faceted Kagami Crystal decanter — adorned with traditional Japanese maki-e lacquer, mother-of-pearl inlay, and gold lacquer. Kagami Crystal is a renowned supplier to the Japanese Imperial Family\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted outer box made from 12 varieties of Japanese wood, with 12 faces representing the months of the year, beautifully decorated with flowers and grasses using maki-e lacquer art\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDispatch date: 28th August 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant aromas of mature oak, dried fruits, and delicate florals — four decades of evolution expressed with extraordinary refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layers of honeyed sweetness, sandalwood, subtle smoke, and refined spice — complex, harmonious, and unlike anything in the Hibiki range below it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional smoothness and balance leading to a finish of remarkable length and depth — a whisky that lingers not in minutes but in memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Presentation — A Work of Art\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hibiki 40 Year Old is presented in a 30-faceted crystal decanter hand-crafted by Kagami Crystal — a master glassmaker with a heritage of supplying the Japanese Imperial Family. The decanter is adorned with traditional Japanese maki-e lacquerwork, mother-of-pearl inlay, and gold lacquer, making each bottle a unique piece of decorative art. The outer wooden box is crafted from 12 varieties of Japanese wood, each representing a month of the year, with 12 faces and exquisite floral maki-e lacquer artwork depicting the changing seasons of Japan. This is a collector's piece in every dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Hibiki\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuntory created Hibiki in 1989 to mark the company's 90th anniversary, drawing on stocks from Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries. The name means \"resonance\" or \"echo\" — a philosophy of harmony between spirit and time. The Hibiki 21 Year Old is already one of the most decorated Japanese whiskies ever made. The 40 Year Old stands in an entirely different dimension: a once-in-a-generation release from Japan's foremost whisky house, presented with the full weight of Japanese craftsmanship behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe most serious collectors of aged Japanese whisky — a once-in-a-generation acquisition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInvestors seeking provenance-documented, ultra-rare Japanese whisky at the apex of the market\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnoisseurs seeking the definitive expression of Japanese blending at its absolute peak\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA supreme gift for someone who appreciates both fine whisky and fine art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle sold by Whiskys.co.uk is 100% authentic and sourced through verified, trusted channels. This bottle will be dispatched on \u003cstrong\u003e28th August 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. We ship across the UK and internationally with fully insured, specialist packaging for high-value bottles. All orders are handled with the utmost care by our family team in Stamford Bridge, Yorkshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your Hibiki 40 Year Old today to secure your bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e — dispatching 28th August. Contact us directly for any questions, provenance details, or shipping arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskys.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58220754665855,"sku":null,"price":34000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1687\/1483\/files\/IMG-8446.png?v=1787144089","url":"https:\/\/whiskys.co.uk\/products\/hibiki-40-year-old-suntory-kagami-crystal-decanter-43-70cl-japanese-blended-whisky","provider":"Whiskys.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}