Hibiki Japanese Harmony vs Suntory Royal
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 Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | $50 – $100 | $50 – $100 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed | Undisclosed |
| JSLMA Compliant | Yes | Yes |
Category
Hibiki Blended
Suntory Blended
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 Yes
Tasting Notes
| Hibiki Japanese Harmony | Suntory Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Rose, lychee, light orange peel, and a faint hint of rosemary with subtle oak. | Honey, caramel, light floral notes, dried fruit, and a subtle oakiness |
| Palate | Honey, candied orange, white chocolate, and a gentle woodiness. Silky smooth texture. | Smooth and mellow with honey, vanilla, mild spice, and a rounded malty sweetness |
| Finish | Subtle, gentle finish with a lingering sweetness and a touch of Mizunara oak spice. | Clean and moderately long with gentle oak and a touch of sweetness |
Nose
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Rose, lychee, light orange peel, and a faint hint of rosemary with subtle oak.
Suntory Royal
Honey, caramel, light floral notes, dried fruit, and a subtle oakiness
Palate
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Honey, candied orange, white chocolate, and a gentle woodiness. Silky smooth texture.
Suntory Royal
Smooth and mellow with honey, vanilla, mild spice, and a rounded malty sweetness
Finish
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Subtle, gentle finish with a lingering sweetness and a touch of Mizunara oak spice.
Suntory Royal
Clean and moderately long with gentle oak and a touch of sweetness