Nagano
Tsukiyoshino – Junmai Ginjo-Shu
Recommended serving temperature for this sake with gentle and mellow tasting sake is from room temperature to cold. Due its characteristics, it does not overpower flavour of dishes and is hence suitable for most occasions both as aperitif and pairing with dishes. This sake has mild melon aroma and slight sweetness in taste.
- Rice Type : Miyamanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio : 55%
- Sake Meter Value : -8
- Acidity : 1.6
Mars Iwai Tradition Blended Whisky
Iwai Tradition Blended Whisky is a refined Japanese whisky crafted by Mars Shinshu, Japan's highest whisky distillery, nestled in the Japanese Alps. This blend pays homage to Kiichiro Iwai, a key figure in the history of Japanese whisky. It’s a harmonious combination of single malts and grain whiskies, aged in a mix of bourbon, sherry, and wine casks, giving it a rich, multi-layered profile.
The whisky has a warm amber hue and an inviting aroma of honey, ripe fruits, and subtle oak. On the palate, it is smooth and well-balanced, with flavours of caramel, vanilla, and a hint of spice, leading to a slightly smoky finish. Iwai Tradition is versatile, excellent for sipping neat, on the rocks, or as the base for a highball. It embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of Japanese whisky-making traditions.
TASTING NOTES
Ripe Cherry, Honey Toffee with a Beautiful Ginger Spice.
Tsukiyoshino – Junmai Daiginjo Yamadanishiki
Junmai Daiginjo that has been aged thoroughly in icy temperature over a year. As it took time for aging, contents in sake dissolve well in sake expressing the mellow mouthfeel as well as the umami of rice. It features muscat's aroma and crisp aftertaste. Medium bodied and mildly sweet.
- Rice Type: 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 39%
- Sake Meter Value: +5.0
- Acidity: 1.1
Mars Maltage “Cosmo” Blended Malt Whisky
Its name "Cosmo" refers to a peak located within mountains surrounding the distillery. Mars Maltage "Cosmo" is a blend of single malts distilled and aged in Shinshu, with single malts distilled and aged in Scotland. No age is indicated on the label, so it means that single malts used are relatively young, as you may know the distillery started distilling again in 2011, and the old Scottish whiskies are also expensive and rare, so the Chief Blender decided to focus on specific taste characteristics and selected each single malts himself.
A tasty blend of sweet flavors such as honey, caramel and riped fruits, subtly highlighted by some woody and smoky hints.
DISTILLERY
Shinshu Mars Distillery
ORIGIN:
Nagano, Japan
DISTILLERY INFO:
Situated between the north and south Japanese alps, Mars Shinshu is Japan's highest whisky distillery, at 798 meters. The Hombo family have been distilling for more than a century. The environment of Shinshu Mars distillery is surrounded by granitic soil with crystal clear water source as well as nature bounty, makes the finest quality and high standard Mars whisky.ste.
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Mild, honey, soft
Palate: Rich, sweet, honey, caramel, slightly smoky flavour and ripped fruit
AWARDS
2017 Best Worldwide Whisky –Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Competition (HKIWSC)Finish: Mild and pleasant
MARS Single Cask Set of 3 – SG60 Edition
This renowned brand, acclaimed for winning World’s Best Blended Whisky at the World Whiskies Awards 2013 with its MARS Maltage 28-Year-Old, presents a special SG60 edition in collaboration with Singaporean illustrator Lee Xin Li.
Together, they created a limited series of three bottles, each adorned with artwork from Lee’s piece “In Our Time”, celebrating Singapore’s rich history, architecture, culture, and everyday life.
This SG60 Single Cask Set includes one bottle of each:
1. MARS, Single Malt Whisky, Komagatake 2018 Bourbon Cask #BT3850, Cask Strength (62% ABV)
Classic expression of “clean and rich” signature style from Komagtake Distillery. Non-peated.
Total yield: 203 bottles
2. MARS, Single Malt Whisky, Tsunuki 2020 Oloroso Sherry Cask #T1663, Cask Strength (58% ABV)
Dark colour and powerful, spicy expression from Tsunuki Distillery. Non-peated.
Total yield: 257 bottles
3. MARS, Single Malt Whisky, Tsuniki-Yakushima Aging 2020 PX Cask #2336, Cask Strength (58% ABV)
Deep & Energetic notes from Tsunuki backbone, enhanced by tropical & salty ageing environment of Yakushima Island.
Total yield: 257 bottles
Mars Iwai Tradition Wine Cask Finish
Produced by Hombo Shuzo, this world blended whisky is named after Kiichiro Iwai, who was instrumental in the early years of distilling at Hombo Shuzo. It has been finished in Chateau Mars red wine barrels for over a year, imparting unique flavors and characteristics to the whisky. Hombo Shuzo also operates a winery in Yamanashi Prefecture, enhancing their expertise in blending spirits with wine influences.
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Inviting aromas of ripe red fruits and subtle tannins, accompanied by hints of oak and a touch of sweetness.
Palate: A rich, smooth mouthfeel showcases flavors of dark cherries, plums, and a gentle spiciness from the wine cask, balanced with a hint of vanilla and creamy oak.
Finish: The finish is elegant and lingering, leaving a warm sensation with notes of fruit and a delicate hint of spice, echoing the red wine influence.
Mars Komagatake 2024 Edition
Single Malt Komagatake is produced at the Mars Komagatake Distillery, located at the foot of the Komagatake mountain range in the Central Alps, surrounded by abundant nature and high-quality water.
2024 Edition” is a single malt whisky bottled in a limited edition of 2024, which is based on the original bourbon barrel-matured whisky and vatted with a variety of original whiskies including sherry cask and wine cask whiskys of rich character.
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Apple tea, green apple, vanilla, honey.
Palate: Ripe persimmon, sour fruit, moist baked goods.
Finish: Aromatic and savory sweetness with a fresh and crisp aftertaste.
Mars Komagatake 2023 Edition
Enhance your whisky experience with Mars Komagatake 2023 Edition, expertly crafted at the Mars Shinshu Distillery, nestled at the base of Mt. Komagatake in the Central Alps mountain range, surrounded by pristine water sources and abundant natural beauty. This exclusive single malt whisky is presented in a limited edition for the year 2023, skillfully blending bourbon barrels, sherry casks, and port cask-aged whisky to achieve a harmonious composition.
The whisky reveals a deep amber hue that entices the senses. Approaching the glass, you’ll be met with an enchanting aroma that unfolds in layers. Complex notes of apricot, orange peel, and hints of banana lead the way, gradually transforming into a profound and refined scent reminiscent of black tea. On the palate, the dried plum essence evolves into flavors akin to hazelnut or maple syrup, a gift from the sherry casks. The mellow sweetness, akin to ripened persimmons, gracefully envelops the palate. The finish is enduring and meditative, leaving a rich and tender impression, with a smooth and pleasing flavor that lingers.
This limited edition release is not just a whisky; it’s a collector’s treasure and a connoisseur’s delight. Embrace the essence of Japanese whisky excellence with Mars Komagatake 2023 Edition. Secure your bottle now and immerse yourself in the narrative of this exceptional and uniquely crafted whisky.
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Apricot, orange peel, and banana aroma come up first, then they will turn into a deep and elegant aroma that reminds me of black tea.
Palate: The dried plum flavor will change into a hazelnut or maple syrup flavor deriving from sherry casks. Mellow sweetness like ripened persimmon spreads.
Finish: Rich and tender impression with smooth and pleasant flavor lingers.
Mars Iwai Blended Whisky
One of the most important person whose name is Kiichiro Iwai. He is a pioneer of Japanese whisky. "IWAI TRADITION" is his traditional model for Mars Whisky. By contrast, Mars Whisky "IWAI" is more lightly taste. It is blended Japanese whisky to create woody flavor and lightly taste that bring out to the full of the gorgeous aroma imparted by storage in bourbon barrels and that can be savored freely at any time. It is a refreshing taste with a lingering.
DISTILLERY
Shinshu Mars Distillery
ORIGIN:
Nagano, Japan
DISTILLERY INFO
Situated between the north and south Japanese alps, Mars Shinshu is Japan's highest whisky distillery, at 798 meters. The Hombo family have been distilling for more than a century. The environment of Shinshu Mars distillery is surrounded by granitic soil with crystal clear water source as well as nature bounty, makes the finest quality and high standard Mars whisky.
TASTING NOTES
Sweet with fruit flavors like pear, quince and hints of red fruits and vanilla.
Tsukiyoshino – Junmai Daiginjo Miyamanishiki
Taking up the challenge to brew sake from modest locally grown rice, Miyamanishiki rice's character gives clean crisp non-complicated taste. With its modest gentle aroma, it is not just perfect for an aperitif but also pairs well easily with most dishes. Delicate and dry.
- Rice Type: Miyamanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 45%
- Sake Meter Value: +5.0
- Acidity: 0.9