Mars Iwai 45 Japanese Whisky

Whiskey: Mars Iwai 45 Japanese

This Mars Iwai 45 is a higher proof version of the original signature spirit, with a distinctive fruit-forward, bourbon flavor profile.

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Size: 750mL

Proof: 90 (45% ABV)

Origin: Japan

Distillery: Mars Shinshu Distillery

The original Mars Iwai whisky is named after Kiichiro Iwai, known as “The Silent Pioneer of Japan Whisky,” and the former mentor of Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka and Suntory Whisky. Mars Iwai 45 is a higher proof version the original spirit, distilled from a high corn mash of 75% corn, and 25% barley aged in ex-Bourbon casks delivering a unique flavor profile with a distinctive bourbon influence.

Mars Iwai 45 Japanese Whisky Tasting Notes

Nose: Notes of vanilla and butterscotch, with trace baked apple and strawberry aromas.

Palate: Pleasantly sweet with ripe pears, quince, chocolate, and toffee.

Finish: Lingering, with plenty of sweetness.

Distillery Information

Mars Shinshu is Japan’s highest whisky distillery, at 798 meters -just over 2,600 feet- nestled between Japans Southern and Central Alps. Mars Shinshu is owned by the Hombo family, who have been in the business of distillation for over a century.