Mars Iwai Tradition Natsu Umeshu Cask Finish Japanese Whisky

Mars Iwai Tradition Natsu Umeshu Cask Finish Japanese Whisky

• Limited, annually released blended Japanese whisky from Mars Komagatake (aka Mars Shinshu) in Nagano, Japan
• Iwai Tradition, from Mars Komagatake’s core range, is finished in Japanese plum wine (umeshu) casks for an additional 6 months
• 70% malted barley and 30% corn
• Dstilled twice in copper pot stills
• Iwai Tradition is non-age statement; aged primarily in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks (other cask types including ex-wine, port, & new oak may vary batch to batch)
• Proofed with granite-filtered Alpine water from nearby Mt. Kiso-Komagatake
• The honey, toffee, and ginger spice of classic Iwai Tradition is amplified by a nose of cinnamon and a lingering finish of sweet-and-sour plum and black tea
• 40% ABV

Mars Iwai Tradition Natsu Umeshu Cask Finish is a unique, limited-edition Japanese whisky celebrating the summer season ("Natsu"), finished for over six months in barrels that previously held Japanese plum wine (Umeshu). This unique seasoning amplifies the classic Iwai Tradition blend with a distinctive sweet-and-sour profile. This allocated, seasonal bottle makes an extraordinary Gift for any curious whisky enthusiast.

The palate is rich, silky, and complex (80 Proof), leading with notes of sweet cinnamon, honey, toffee, and woody oak. The unique finish imparts tart, unripened plum and grape notes, creating a complex balance that lingers with a hint of black tea. This whisky is uniquely refreshing and perfectly suited for enjoying neat or on the rocks on a hot day.

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