- Blended Japanese whisky from Mars Komagatake (fka Mars Shinshu) in Nagano, Japan
- Distilled from 70% corn and 30% malted barley
- Aged between 2–5 years in ex-bourbon barrels
- A nose of chocolate-covered shortbread precedes a palate of brown sugar and ripe pear with confident structure; a whisper of red fruit appears on the finish
- #19 on Whisky Advocate’s list of Top 20 Whiskies of 2020
- 45% ABV
Mars Shinshu’s blue-labeled Iwai (pronounced E-Y) is kicked up to 45% ABV for further cocktailing versatility.
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
NV
Country:
Japan
Region:
Nagano
Spirit Type:
Japanese Whisky
Spirit Sub Type:
Blended / Blended Malt
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | JP-XMR-06-NV | 12/750ml |
| JP-XMR-06-NVNJ | 12/750ml | |
| Magnum | JP-XMR-06-NVM | 6/1800ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
VinePair
Score
93
Date
2022-12-15
"Because they tend to be more expensive, most Japanese whiskies are reserved for neat pours. This bottling goes against the grain, however, as it was crafted specifically for mixology and has a price tag to match. Dried cranberry and fresh raspberry aromas intertwine on the nose, while the palate offers bright orchard fruit and a lively finish. Ideal for summer highballs, this is a must-have for any home bar."