Mars Whisky Iwai

Mars Whisky Iwai is a blended Japanese whisky from Mars Shinshu — Japan’s highest distillery, in Nagano Prefecture — with a smooth, sweet, and fruity character.

Mars Shinshu sits at 800 meters in Miyata village, nestled between Japan’s northern and southern Alps, and has produced whisky since 1985. Iwai is its approachable blended expression, leading with sweet, fruity notes of pear and quince for a smooth, easy-drinking character.

It is versatile neat, on the rocks, or in a highball or whisky cocktail.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Sweet fruit with pear and quince.
• Palate: Smooth and fruity — well-balanced and easy-drinking.
• Finish: Clean and gentle.

Specs

• Distillery: Mars Shinshu, Miyata, Nagano, Japan (est. 1985)
• Style: Blended Japanese Whisky
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Where is Iwai made? At Mars Shinshu, Japan’s highest distillery, at 800 meters in Nagano Prefecture.
• What does it taste like? Smooth, sweet, and fruity with notes of pear and quince.
• How do you serve it? Neat, on the rocks, or in a highball or whisky cocktail.