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

an island famous for peaty single malt whisky

The casks offer a certain nuttiness and spiciness to complement the fruity characteristics of the Irish malt whiskey

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

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.