Hibiki Japanese Harmony vs Suntory Ao World Whisky
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Hibiki Japanese Harmony | Suntory Ao World Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended | world_blend |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | Yes | No |
Category
Hibiki Blended
Suntory world_blend
ABV
Hibiki 43%
Suntory 43%
Age Statement
Hibiki NAS
Suntory NAS
Price Tier
Hibiki $50 – $100
Suntory $50 – $100
Distillery
Hibiki Undisclosed
Suntory Undisclosed
JSLMA Compliant
Hibiki Yes
Suntory No
Tasting Notes
| Hibiki Japanese Harmony | Suntory Ao World Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Rose, lychee, light orange peel, and a faint hint of rosemary with subtle oak. | Complex with honey, orange peel, vanilla, and a faint smokiness from the blend of world whiskies. |
| Palate | Honey, candied orange, white chocolate, and a gentle woodiness. Silky smooth texture. | Smooth and well rounded with caramel, toffee, citrus, light spice, and a touch of peat. |
| Finish | Subtle, gentle finish with a lingering sweetness and a touch of Mizunara oak spice. | Medium length with lingering sweetness, spice, and a clean finish. |
Nose
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Rose, lychee, light orange peel, and a faint hint of rosemary with subtle oak.
Suntory Ao World Whisky
Complex with honey, orange peel, vanilla, and a faint smokiness from the blend of world whiskies.
Palate
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Honey, candied orange, white chocolate, and a gentle woodiness. Silky smooth texture.
Suntory Ao World Whisky
Smooth and well rounded with caramel, toffee, citrus, light spice, and a touch of peat.
Finish
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Subtle, gentle finish with a lingering sweetness and a touch of Mizunara oak spice.
Suntory Ao World Whisky
Medium length with lingering sweetness, spice, and a clean finish.
Key Differences
- • Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a blended, while Suntory Ao World Whisky is a world_blend.
- • Hibiki Japanese Harmony meets JSLMA standards for Japanese whisky labeling. Suntory Ao World Whisky does not.