{"product_id":"hui-shou-xiang-hibiki-35nian-yao-cai-ping-bi-yang-ping","title":"Hibiki 35 Year Old Shimmering Bottle and Biyang Bottle Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 35 Year Old Yosai bottle \/ Hekiyo bottle: Why Cloisonné is the most difficult craft in the Hibiki series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Yosai bottle\" is a metal-based cloisonné bottle specially developed by Suntory for Hibiki 35 Year Old. \"Hekiyo\" refers to the jade green enamel glaze, inspired by a clear, verdant sky. Cloisonné (Schippōyaki) is a traditional Japanese metal-based enamel craft: metal wires are first twisted into patterns, filled with enamel glaze, and then fired and polished multiple times. The process is complex, and the yield rate is low. It is precisely for this reason that these Yosai limited editions are considered one of the most challenging masterpieces in terms of craftsmanship among the Hibiki art bottles. Paired with the high-aged blended whisky of Hibiki 35 Year Old, both the whisky and the vessel stand at the pinnacle of the series, which is the fundamental reason for its long-term scarcity in the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle Brand Background and Buyer Concerns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHibiki is Suntory's flagship \u003cb\u003eblended whisky\u003c\/b\u003e, not a single malt. One unusual aspect of its blending craftsmanship is the use of malt whiskies aged in Umeshu (plum wine) casks, which gives the spirit a mellow, fruity sweetness—a flavor profile difficult for other blended brands to replicate. The overall blend consists of malt whiskies from Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries, along with grain whisky from Chita. For a 35-year-old expression, the available stock of aged whiskies for blending is already scarce. Furthermore, high-aged whiskies experience an \"Angel's Share\" evaporation of approximately 2% to 4% per year in the cask, leading to significant cumulative loss. Consequently, the number of bottles released is naturally limited. This page focuses on explaining how to identify cloisonné craftsmanship and the market positioning of the Yosai bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCloisonné Authentication Pointers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentication Dimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnamel Glaze Luster\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSmooth, mirror-like glaze, saturated colors.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMicro-cracks, crazing due to impact.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal Wire Lines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClear filigree, no breaks, no misalignment.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCrooked lines, uneven glaze coverage.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo oxidation on metal rims of bottle mouth\/base.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMetal parts oxidized, turned black or green.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHekiyo Color Purity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBright and translucent jade green, echoing the clear sky imagery.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePossible discoloration, dulling due to prolonged sunlight exposure.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePositioning of Yosai Bottles in the Hibiki Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries Category\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Category\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarket Popularity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegular Glass Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eStandard 24-facet glass bottle.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHigh, entry-level.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eArita-yaki Ceramic Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCeramic craftsmanship (Iroe \/ Sometsuke).\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMid-to-high-end collectors.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eYosai Cloisonné Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMetal-based enamel, highest craft difficulty.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTop-tier art collectors.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eKutani-yaki Ceramic Bottle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCeramic craftsmanship (Yoshidaya-style \/ Ko-Kutani-style).\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCollectors who prefer classical styles.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFactors Affecting the Valuation of Hibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Box \u0026 Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOriginal box intact, certificate \u0026 accessories complete.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo box, missing accessories.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnamel Glaze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGlaze intact, full luster, no flaking.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eChipped enamel from impact, flaking glaze.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal Edging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMetal parts clean, no obvious oxidation.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOxidation to black or green, obvious scratches.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeal \u0026 Fill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSeal unbroken, no leakage, full fill level.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSeal opened, leakage, noticeable drop in fill level.\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVerification Steps Before Handover of Hibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eHibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle: Inquire about approximate price first\u003c\/b\u003e: Take clear photos of the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box\/certificate. WhatsApp them to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e, and we will assess the version and preservation status based on the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eHibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle: How the price is determined\u003c\/b\u003e: If the Hibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle is an older or limited edition, we will first verify the version and accessories item by item, then arrange a handover time.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eOn-site transaction\u003c\/b\u003e: If the price is suitable, we will arrange an appraisal at our store or at your location. After inspection, payment will be settled on the spot with cash or FPS. All transactions are confidential, and appointments can be made for Hong Kong, Kowloon, New Territories, and Macau.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails Buyers Most Frequently Ask About the Hibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Before appraising the Hibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle, do I need to gather all the box and certificate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Having the box and certificate is certainly best; if you can't find them temporarily, we can still look at the bottle itself first. Make sure to take clear photos of the front and back labels, fill level, the 24-faceted body, seal, and outer box; if it's an old label or special edition, also provide details of the bottle base and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: The metal rim of the bottle mouth is slightly oxidized and discolored, can I wipe it off myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Please do not attempt to clean it yourself. If metal parts are treated with polish or chemical cleaners, it will damage the original factory's oxidation protective layer, causing permanent damage. Directly WhatsApp us with the current condition, and we will assess if it affects the valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: If there are slight micro-cracks on the cloisonné bottle's glaze, will you still accept it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, we will. Micro-cracks (commonly known as \"crazing\") that naturally form on cloisonné glaze over time are considered charming by some collectors; however, if the glaze has chipped off due to impact, it will affect the valuation. We need to see photos of the current condition to assess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to clean the bottle to look very new before selling it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: There's no need to clean it deliberately. Just keep it in its original condition and avoid chemical cleaners; over-processing might damage the glaze and metal body, affecting the assessment. It's most reliable for us to quote based on its current state.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you just want to know the approximate selling price of the Hibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle, there's no need to bring the bottle out first; just take clear photos of the front and back labels, fill level, seal, and accessories, then WhatsApp them to 46135750, and we will verify the version based on the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle Similar Models Market Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle related models:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zhuan-ye-hui-shou-xiang-hibiki-35nian-san-dai-de-tian-ba-shi-ji-wei-shi-ji\"\u003eHibiki 35 Year Old 3rd Generation Tokuda Yasokichi\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/xiang-gang-chang-qi-gao-jia-hui-shou-xiang-hibiki-35nian-shi-si-dai-jiu-jing-shi-you-wei-men-whisky\"\u003eHong Kong high-value Buyback Hibiki 35 Year Old 14th Generation Sakaida Kakiemon Whisky\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zhuan-ye-hui-shou-ri-ben-wei-shi-ji-xiang-hibiki35nian-you-tian-shao-ran-fu-mu-dan-die-tu-tong-xing-ping\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Hibiki 35 Year Old Arita-yaki Sometsuke Peony Butterfly Cylindrical Bottle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe market valuation of Hibiki varies significantly between different vintages, cask types, and label versions. Below are the Hibiki models we primarily Buyback; it's more reliable to check against these before selling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4-%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%87%92-%E5%90%89%E7%94%B0%E5%B1%8B%E9%A2%A8%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E5%9C%96%E8%A7%92%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Yoshidaya-style Birds and Flowers Corner Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BFblossom-harmony%E9%99%90%E5%AE%9A%E7%89%88\"\u003eHIBIKI BLOSSOM HARMONY 2021 Limited Edition Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%87%92%E5%90%89%E7%94%B0%E5%B1%8B%E9%A2%A8%E6%9E%87%E6%9D%B7%E6%96%87%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Yoshidaya-style Loquat Design Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E7%87%92%E5%8F%A4%E4%B9%9D%E8%B0%B7%E9%A2%A8%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E5%9C%96%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Kutani-yaki Ko-Kutani-style Birds and Flowers Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%9F%BF21%E5%B9%B4%E6%9C%89%E7%94%B0%E7%87%BC%E8%89%B2%E7%B5%B5%E7%AB%B9%E6%A2%85%E5%AF%85%E6%96%87%E7%93%B6\"\u003eHIBIKI 21 Year Old Arita-yaki Iroe Bamboo, Plum, and Tiger Design Bottle Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFurther Market Information for Hibiki 35 Year Old Yosai Hekiyo Bottle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about the market prices of different vintages and versions of Hibiki, you can browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E9%9F%BF%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eHibiki Buyback Latest Quotations\u003c\/a\u003e, or refer to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eList of Japanese Whisky Buyback Models\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also enter the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44215717757145,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/35_-_-_-_-Hibiki-35-Japanese-Whisky.jpg?v=1698481569","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/hibiki-35-year-old-shimmering-bottle-and-biyang-bottle-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}