{"product_id":"hibiki-12-years-old-2026-travel-retail-exclusive","title":"Hibiki 12 Years Old 2026 - Travel Retail Exclusive","description":"\u003cp\u003eHibiki 12 Years Old (2026) – Travel Retail Exclusive\u003cbr\u003eAn icon returns. Crafted for the world's most discerning travellers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Hibiki 12 Years Old (2026) – Travel Retail Exclusive marks the highly anticipated return of one of Japan's most iconic blended whiskies. Combining exceptional craftsmanship with limited worldwide availability, this remarkable release celebrates the House of Suntory's relentless pursuit of harmony, precision and elegance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAged for a minimum of twelve years, this sophisticated blend unites carefully selected malt whiskies from the legendary Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries with refined grain whisky from Chita. Matured in a combination of American oak, Spanish oak and prized Japanese Mizunara oak, every element contributes to a whisky of remarkable balance and complexity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is vibrant and inviting, revealing layers of ripe orchard fruit, delicate blossom, soft honey and citrus zest, intertwined with subtle hints of sandalwood and aromatic spice. On the palate, silky notes of candied orange, vanilla, dried fruits and gentle oak evolve effortlessly into warming cinnamon, toasted almonds and a delicate touch of Mizunara incense. The finish is long, elegant and impeccably balanced, leaving a refined impression that lingers beautifully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat truly distinguishes this release is its exclusivity. The Hibiki 12 Years Old (2026) has been created exclusively for the global Travel Retail market, making it officially available only through a carefully selected number of international airport duty-free boutiques. For whisky enthusiasts and collectors alike, obtaining a bottle outside these locations is exceptionally difficult, adding another layer of desirability to an already outstanding whisky.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat makes it all the more unique that World Wine \u0026amp; Whisky is able to offer this exceptional release directly from stock. Rather than waiting for an international journey or relying on airport availability, collectors now have the rare opportunity to secure one of Japan's most sought-after new releases with immediate availability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautifully presented in Hibiki's signature 24-faceted bottle, symbolising the changing seasons of Japan, the Hibiki 12 Years Old (2026) – Travel Retail Exclusive is more than an exceptional whisky. It is a celebration of Japanese artistry, meticulous blending and timeless craftsmanship, making it an outstanding addition to any serious Japanese whisky collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003eBlended whisky from Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003eHibiki (Suntory)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eBottling serie:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e12 Years Old\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eExtra information:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003eGlobal Travel Retail Exclusive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eExtra information:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eBottler:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003eDistillery bottling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eAge:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e12 Years Old\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e2014 (Estimated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eBottled in:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eCask type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eCask number:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eStrength\/ABV:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e43%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e700 ml (70 cl)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eTotal produced bottles:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003eApprox. 30.000 bottles have been made worldwide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eIncluded original case:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003eYes, including the original cardboard case and booklet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle and case are in perfect and new condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eGood investment:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003eYes and drinkable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.37875%;\"\u003eExpert rating:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 74.575953%;\"\u003e89\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hibiki","offers":[{"title":"*6IMP\/260756111","offer_id":53635245965640,"sku":"*6IMP\/260756111","price":285.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0537\/8120\/files\/Whiskyphotoonlinesoon_d7d0f4e6-020d-4aba-867e-1145107eaae1.jpg?v=1775133529","url":"https:\/\/worldwinewhisky.com\/products\/hibiki-12-years-old-2026-travel-retail-exclusive","provider":"World Wine \u0026 Whisky","version":"1.0","type":"link"}