Mars

Mars Iwai Tradition, Bourbon, Sherry & Wine Cask, 40%

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TypeBlended Whisky
MRI
MRI 8
Average Score
Avg 80
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Description

The Mars Whisky brand in Japan, operated by Hombo Shuzo Co. Ltd., commenced whisky operations in 1949 and owns two malt distilleries, Shinshu and Tsunuki. This Mars Iwai Tradition is a blended Japanese whisky from Mars Shinshu in Nagano, made from 70% malted barley and 30% corn. It is aged primarily in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, with other cask types like ex-wine and new oak also used, and is a non-age statement release. [cite: Whisky Auctioneer, 6]

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Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Jan 5, 2026SGD 39.81
Region
Nagano, Japan
Age
N.A
Vintage
N.A
Bottled
N.A
ABV
40%
Volume
72cl
Distillery
Mars
Origin
Japan
Cask type
Bourbon, Sherry & Wine Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Lightly Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
Yes
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
N.A
PPM
3.5
Barley
70% malted barley and 30% corn
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
No
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Screw cap
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
N.A
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Clove, wildflower honey, ripe cherry, and a hint of earthy peat.
Palate
Caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate, green apple, and a touch of salty smoke.
Finish
Cinnamon, ginger spice, and lingering oak.
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