Mars Iwai Tradition Natsu/Umeshu Cask Cask

Limited, annual release blended Japanese whisky from Mars Shinshu in Nagano, Japan. This is the distillery's core expression, Mars Iwai Tradition, finished in Japanese plum wine (umeshu) casks for an additional 6 months. The base spirit, Iwai Tradition, is distilled from 70% malted barley and 30% corn, and aged primarily in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, before the special 6 months finish in Umeshu casks. The honey, toffee, and ginger spice of classic Iwai Tradition is amplified by a nose of cinnamon and a lingering finish of sweet & sour plum and black tea.