Volume: 0.7 liters | Alcohol content: 61.5% | Not chill-filtered | No coloring
Mars Komagatake 6 y.o. - 02 Oshi-Dashi Sumo Series - Bourbon Barrel #5458
Special features: This limited edition from the renowned Mars Shinshu Distillery in Japan represents the "Oshi-Dashi" Sumo Series and has been aged in a bourbon barrel numbered 5458. With an alcohol content of 61.5% vol. and bottled at cask strength, this whisky offers an intense and authentic tasting experience. The release is limited to 181 bottles, making it a coveted rarity for collectors and connoisseurs.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: A powerful aroma of smoke and peat dominates, accompanied by notes of candied fruits such as lemon and pear, as well as a hint of bourbon vanilla and almond milk.
Palate: The taste is firm and invigorating, with exotic fruit notes of banana and pineapple. The peat recedes somewhat while malty and sweet flavors of flan stand out.
Finish: A fresh and precise finish characterized by a balance between smoky and fruity notes, with a hint of vanilla and a salty sea breeze.
Distillery/Bottler: The Mars Shinshu Distillery, located in the Japanese Alps, is known for its high-quality single malts. It utilizes the cool temperatures and clear mountain air to produce whiskies with unique character. The "Oshi-Dashi" Sumo Series honors the Japanese Sumo tradition and reflects the strength and depth of this whisky.