I'm not a connoisseur but bought a bottle of Hibiki 21 for a friend a couple of years ago and he was gracious enough to share it with me. Mind blown. It was so incredibly delicious it became an indelible flavor memory. Thanks for the video, gentlemen.
@@maltreviews I appreciate your reply. Thank you! Everything you noted in the video is spot on. The current price of a bottle has risen exponentially! I look forward to viewing more of your content. Best wishes.
Hey guys I was contemplating buying this one for some time and just now after watching your review, I pulled the trigger and ordered it online. It is $999.00 plus S&H. Hopefully I won’t be disappointed!
I live in Japan and have been able to acquire a few of these bottles at MSRP. I have two left and I was this close to selling one so that I could buy a handful of $100+ scotches, but after watching this I think I’ll hang on to it, because you’re right, this bottle is next level. Thanks always guys, love the channel!
Incredible to see that you guys bought this for less than a couple grand. Now it is fucking incredibly expensive. Even the 17 year is now around 600 or more depending where you are
@Jason Calcanis i mean, it's made from the same stuff so its gonna taste similar. I wouldnt want to experiment with different textures of milk, for example
Another great review! I just picked up a bottle over the weekend to enjoy over the holidays. I’m more of a bourbon drinker, and I didn’t really care for the Hibiki Harmony much. I did notice the similarity to the Harmony, but this was a much more robust experience. I’m new to Japanese whiskey, and the only other Japanese whiskey I’ve tried is the Yamazaki 18. If I’m being honest, I remember liking the Yama18 much more than my initial experience with the Hibiki 21... Maybe it’s because I’m not a scotch drinker? Hopefully this opens up a bit. I think it was a very nice experience, and I enjoy this more “light” experience as opposed to the punch of flavor/proof I’m used to with bourbons like George T Stagg or William Larue Weller. The bourbons have an explosion of flavor, but the proof can kick ya in the teeth. Thanks again for the review gents! Happy holidays and hope you get to enjoy some pours with friends and family. Cheers!
The Hibiki is def delicate compared to a bourbon but has a lot to offer, similar to a scotch. I would say leave it to the side for a couple weeks and then revisit. Also have it as your first dram, no bourbon before. Happy holidays to you as well. Cheers!
Easy , chill out chat. I havent tried this one but have bottle saved as well as two of the 17yo. Had the 12yo and scored it about 84 points, didnt impressed me even for £45 from tescos back in day. How times change lol. Good to see you guys having fun while doing this, this is what its all about. High scores! Enjoying good dram and having chat is what whisky is all about to me. Thanks dudes
Cheers guys. Great review. This sounds like a jewel but sadly it's not to be. I still have an unopened bottle of Hibiki 12 and I can not believe how expensive that has become. I'm glad you brought up the issue of price and value. It's down to one's pocket, of course, but things are becoming crazy. Some distilleries are pushing barely entry level stuff, actual poor quality, for silly money.
Thanks WT! I hear ya brother. Some of these whiskies are becoming offensive. I def over pay for the best of the best but like you said, over paying for entry level whisky thats not that good at all pisses me off.
I have yet to try any Hibiki products. Interesting to know it's much better than the 17yr. I have an unopened bottle of the 21yr. Another great review.
I had a decent pour of this one at a tasting, was not on the menu but the host gave me a healthy pour to start the night. Thought it was very good but not mind blowing for me. I think with all the hype I was expecting more.
Do you think 21y is way better than 17y? In terms of overall quality, aroma and complexity etc. just upgraded version? I have chance to buy 21y but unable to try it before...
Hey guys love the videos. What do u recommend as far as ordering online? everything I have checked either won't ship to US or will ship to US but not my state GA.
Your in a tricky spot Joseph. Some states are out of luck unfortunately. The only thing I can think of is have it shipped to a friend/relative that lives in a state where they ship to. Then you can have that friend privately send it to you or you pick it up the next time you see them. Good luck!
I live in the states and I have a bottle of hibiki 21 and 17, brand new, sealed and boxed. Shoot me a email if you're interested and serious. ogm2014 at yeah who
You say you paid 'not too much more' than original price for this. In 2010 I was trying out Japanese whiskies and paid just over £80 each for two bottles of Hibiki 21. I still have one unopened luckily but I really enjoyed the bottle I drank. But yeah it depends what you want to call the 'original' price. In the same order I got a bottle of Yamazaki 18 for...£55. Only one though. Drank it. Really enjoyed it. I've tried some japanese whiskies since and they're mostly not a patch on the two above but I have enjoyed Nikka From The Barrel - don't be put off by the relatively low price with that one. It does also have some of that special nose of Japanese whisky, though not in same league as Hibiki 21 which tbh is ridiculous and almost smells like it's for wearing not drinking. Mainly for me it's Laphie cask strengths now though. No going back.
Months before they won whisky of the year, I remember being able to sample the range at time (12 yr, 17yr and the 21 yr) at the duty free sample bar at Narita Airport; I should've bought more bottles.
Fortunately, there are enough affordable whiskies out there that I'm not forced to spend more than I can in order to enjoy a good dram... Cheers, Guys!
You need blinding bright lights bro. The shadows are distracting. Get a cheap lamp and use bright bulbs. Let the light shine onto you. And dress better. Dudes neck collar has seen better days lmao. If you guys were more dressed up and tasting it would look so sexy.
I think the reviews would be better if they were more concise. 5 minutes of nosing before getting to the palate feels long winded. Maybe losen up a bit and not be so intense.
Sounds like you haven't had a sniff of Hibiki 21. It is nuts and it is worth spending a few minutes trying to put into words what is going on when you nose you this stuff.
I'm not a connoisseur but bought a bottle of Hibiki 21 for a friend a couple of years ago and he was gracious enough to share it with me. Mind blown. It was so incredibly delicious it became an indelible flavor memory. Thanks for the video, gentlemen.
That's what its all about. Sharing thee amazing experiences with close ones. Cheers!!
@@maltreviews I appreciate your reply. Thank you! Everything you noted in the video is spot on. The current price of a bottle has risen exponentially! I look forward to viewing more of your content. Best wishes.
Hey guys I was contemplating buying this one for some time and just now after watching your review, I pulled the trigger and ordered it online. It is $999.00 plus S&H. Hopefully I won’t be disappointed!
I live in Japan and have been able to acquire a few of these bottles at MSRP. I have two left and I was this close to selling one so that I could buy a handful of $100+ scotches, but after watching this I think I’ll hang on to it, because you’re right, this bottle is next level. Thanks always guys, love the channel!
Great call by you Thor!! Happy the review helped you keep it.
tried Hibiki 17, good one!
what’s actual price in Japan for Hibiki 21 and Yamazaki 18 (if you know)???
Incredible to see that you guys bought this for less than a couple grand. Now it is fucking incredibly expensive. Even the 17 year is now around 600 or more depending where you are
Yet another really great review of a remarkable whisky. Anyone who can get hold of this whisky without feeling ripped off needs to try and get it.
Thanks Cliff. Def a great whisky. Cheers!
Whisky aged 21 years is the perfect age. Just perfect!
@Jason Calcanis i mean, it's made from the same stuff so its gonna taste similar. I wouldnt want to experiment with different textures of milk, for example
91 and 92 very nice. I buy 6 in old times now are crazy prices. Big hug
Another great review guys. And a 112 reference? I wasn't expecting that here!
Thanks Martin! Haha, the peaches and cream took Mike back to some old school music I guess.
Another great review! I just picked up a bottle over the weekend to enjoy over the holidays. I’m more of a bourbon drinker, and I didn’t really care for the Hibiki Harmony much. I did notice the similarity to the Harmony, but this was a much more robust experience. I’m new to Japanese whiskey, and the only other Japanese whiskey I’ve tried is the Yamazaki 18. If I’m being honest, I remember liking the Yama18 much more than my initial experience with the Hibiki 21... Maybe it’s because I’m not a scotch drinker?
Hopefully this opens up a bit. I think it was a very nice experience, and I enjoy this more “light” experience as opposed to the punch of flavor/proof I’m used to with bourbons like George T Stagg or William Larue Weller. The bourbons have an explosion of flavor, but the proof can kick ya in the teeth.
Thanks again for the review gents! Happy holidays and hope you get to enjoy some pours with friends and family. Cheers!
The Hibiki is def delicate compared to a bourbon but has a lot to offer, similar to a scotch. I would say leave it to the side for a couple weeks and then revisit. Also have it as your first dram, no bourbon before.
Happy holidays to you as well. Cheers!
Easy , chill out chat. I havent tried this one but have bottle saved as well as two of the 17yo. Had the 12yo and scored it about 84 points, didnt impressed me even for £45 from tescos back in day. How times change lol. Good to see you guys having fun while doing this, this is what its all about. High scores! Enjoying good dram and having chat is what whisky is all about to me. Thanks dudes
100% bud. Cheers!!!
Nice review guys. Is the Michter’s 20 year full review coming out soon?
Thanks, we will record that review in the coming months. Stay tuned.
Cheers guys. Great review. This sounds like a jewel but sadly it's not to be. I still have an unopened bottle of Hibiki 12 and I can not believe how expensive that has become. I'm glad you brought up the issue of price and value. It's down to one's pocket, of course, but things are becoming crazy. Some distilleries are pushing barely entry level stuff, actual poor quality, for silly money.
Thanks WT! I hear ya brother. Some of these whiskies are becoming offensive. I def over pay for the best of the best but like you said, over paying for entry level whisky thats not that good at all pisses me off.
Should have bought this when it was affordable.
I hear ya
How much was it?
I had this in Japan several years ago. loved it but I don’t remember getting everything out of it you guys did. I didn’t buy a bottle. oh well...
At least you had it in Japan, lol.
I have yet to try any Hibiki products. Interesting to know it's much better than the 17yr. I have an unopened bottle of the 21yr. Another great review.
Thats great Keith, glad you have a bottle to enjoy later. Thank you!!!
@James Franko 21 is much better
Great Review guys. Love this whisky.
Thank you!
I had a decent pour of this one at a tasting, was not on the menu but the host gave me a healthy pour to start the night. Thought it was very good but not mind blowing for me. I think with all the hype I was expecting more.
Yah, hype can def do that.
Where do you get those specific nosing glasses? Been looking ones with that exact form factor, shape
From Crate and Barrell
the guy on the left is giving the hibiki a nose job lmao
Haha! Surprised RUclips didn’t ban this video!
Do you think 21y is way better than 17y? In terms of overall quality, aroma and complexity etc. just upgraded version? I have chance to buy 21y but unable to try it before...
The 21 is def much better than the 17. Its not just extra age.
Great review!
Thank you!
Hey guys love the videos. What do u recommend as far as ordering online? everything I have checked either won't ship to US or will ship to US but not my state GA.
Your in a tricky spot Joseph. Some states are out of luck unfortunately. The only thing I can think of is have it shipped to a friend/relative that lives in a state where they ship to. Then you can have that friend privately send it to you or you pick it up the next time you see them. Good luck!
I live in the states and I have a bottle of hibiki 21 and 17, brand new, sealed and boxed. Shoot me a email if you're interested and serious. ogm2014 at yeah who
@@maltreviews I just bought over 50 bottles
You say you paid 'not too much more' than original price for this. In 2010 I was trying out Japanese whiskies and paid just over £80 each for two bottles of Hibiki 21. I still have one unopened luckily but I really enjoyed the bottle I drank. But yeah it depends what you want to call the 'original' price.
In the same order I got a bottle of Yamazaki 18 for...£55. Only one though. Drank it. Really enjoyed it.
I've tried some japanese whiskies since and they're mostly not a patch on the two above but I have enjoyed Nikka From The Barrel - don't be put off by the relatively low price with that one. It does also have some of that special nose of Japanese whisky, though not in same league as Hibiki 21 which tbh is ridiculous and almost smells like it's for wearing not drinking.
Mainly for me it's Laphie cask strengths now though. No going back.
Where did you guys get a hold of this? I can’t find it in the states.
It sells out very fast when it shows up, if its at any store nowadays its Around $1,000. Local shops do get it around where we live in southern Cali.
@@maltreviews I live in LA so I’m going to be on the lookout for it.
@@maltreviews I have over 50 bottles
@@southside6093 shoot me a message
Months before they won whisky of the year, I remember being able to sample the range at time (12 yr, 17yr and the 21 yr) at the duty free sample bar at Narita Airport; I should've bought more bottles.
I hear ya.
This or Yamazaki 18?
You’re getting what?
Good review.
Maybe next some irish whisey?Teeling 24yo is great....maybe him👍🥃
Yes, Teeling is great. We will get to one of those for sure.
Can you guys do a Basil Hayden or a michters review?
Sure, just give us a little time if you don't see it ASAP. Cheers!
Malt Reviews cool sounds good
Fortunately, there are enough affordable whiskies out there that I'm not forced to spend more than I can in order to enjoy a good dram... Cheers, Guys!
100%, a lot of good whisky priced fairly out there. Cheers bud!
How does it compare to Macallan 21 year old fine oak?
You cant compare the 2. Way too different.
nice🥃👍
Thank you!
great you guys have a bottle. so rare to source one. even in the yamazaki distillery there's no hibiki
Yah, these bottles are getting a bit silly. Hopefully that wont be the case in a few years.
You need blinding bright lights bro. The shadows are distracting. Get a cheap lamp and use bright bulbs. Let the light shine onto you. And dress better. Dudes neck collar has seen better days lmao. If you guys were more dressed up and tasting it would look so sexy.
1:05 white boy on the left doesn't go out much
I think the reviews would be better if they were more concise. 5 minutes of nosing before getting to the palate feels long winded. Maybe losen up a bit and not be so intense.
We analyze the whisky the same way we do as if the camera wasn't on. We def understand that the longer format isn't ideal for a lot of people.
Sounds like you haven't had a sniff of Hibiki 21. It is nuts and it is worth spending a few minutes trying to put into words what is going on when you nose you this stuff.
get the 30 and review it, there are no decent reviews in English, it's gonna pay off
Wolverine?
lol, are you referring to mike?
@@maltreviews lol yes
i have haha