Mars Iwai 'Tradition' 40% SMWS giftware an island famous for peaty

an island famous for peaty single malt whisky

These fruity elements give way to oak and spice on the palate and finish

On the nose we find fresh fruit

honey and an almond character are at the forefront with a creme brulee flavour on the palate with notes of marmalade and sweet spices

Matured in a single hogshead cask for 14 years

Mars Iwai 'Tradition' 40% SMWS giftware an island famous for peatyAged in a combination of ex Bourbon and ex Sherry Casks, as well as some fresh Mizunara casks, which give this whisky from the Mars Shinshu distillery a rich and full bodied quality. There are flavours of sweet honey and toasty malt initially with burnt sugar notes and even touches of orange marmalade. The finish is warming with a lingering cigar smoke character.