Description
The Mars Whisky brand in Japan, operated by Hombo Shuzo Co. Ltd., commenced whisky operations in 1949 and owns two malt distilleries, Shinshu and Tsunuki. This Mars Iwai Tradition is a blended Japanese whisky from Mars Shinshu in Nagano, made from 70% malted barley and 30% corn. It is aged primarily in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, with other cask types like ex-wine and new oak also used, and is a non-age statement release. [cite: Whisky Auctioneer, 6]


