Mars Shinshu Iwai Tradition Whisky is adored for its caramel, honey, spicy and cherry flavor notes.
This Japanese Whisky is carefully distilled at Mars Shinshu distillery, Japan.
Based on 107 votes, the average rating for Mars Shinshu Iwai Tradition Whisky is 6.8/10.
Top reviews for Mars Shinshu Iwai Tradition Whisky:
— This was smooth and good
Sorry to say I drank it right away!description was unique and true
— My current personal favorite whisky; it's incredibly smooth and leads with fruity floral notes on the scent, while having a complex flavor between more sweet honey and toffee flavors and the more fruity finish imparted by the port, wine, and sherry barrels used in its aging. Would highly recommend.
— The nose is very strong and dark, like plums, peat, and sherry. The flavor is, by contrast, quite light and fruity. There is a distinct sweetness to it, and a pleasant peat after flavor. Definitely one of my favorite drams, especially because of the stark contrast between the aroma and flavor.
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Ratings & Reviews
Member Reviews and Ratings of Mars Shinshu Iwai Tradition Whisky
Douglas,
Fits what you expect from an easy to drink, smooth and slightly light Japanese whisky but will a bit more smoke finish. Very nice, and a great addition to a collection.
guest,
Easy drinking. Honey, cinnamon taste.
Andrew,
Smoother than I remember. Honey and peach with a lite spice chaser.
Cody,
My current personal favorite whisky; it's incredibly smooth and leads with fruity floral notes on the scent, while having a complex flavor between more sweet honey and toffee flavors and the more fruity finish imparted by the port, wine, and sherry barrels used in its aging. Would highly recommend.
frank,
My first time trying a Japanese Whisky. Has a good flavor and very smooth to drink. On the rocks was best for me.
Erika,
Super smooth, a warm, very neutral taste
Rebecca,
Smooth. Caramel.
Jeremy,
Easy drinking but uneventful
James,
Cedar and toffee aroma with a similar flavor. Easy drinking but fairly simple. Would like more complexity.
Benjamin,
My first Japanese whisky experience. Tastes like a blended scotch with a very short, dry finish. Some sherry sweetness. Not a bad drink, just not my preference. Good experience.
Anthony,
The nose is very strong and dark, like plums, peat, and sherry. The flavor is, by contrast, quite light and fruity. There is a distinct sweetness to it, and a pleasant peat after flavor. Definitely one of my favorite drams, especially because of the stark contrast between the aroma and flavor.
Tong,
Just like most of the Japanese whisky, it is a very pleasant, easy scotch, a bit on the sweet side to my taste
Amit,
Strong aroma, caramel spice $
Eduardo,
Clean and fragrant whisky, notes of vanilla, caramel and spices with some honey. A bit strong in palate and medium long finish with oak aftertaste
Michael,
The Caramel, Cherry, Sherry and Honey really make for a smooth, sweet whiskey. This is a fine addition to any home bar for the whiskey initiate.
Leah,
This isn't a heavy whisky, it's elegant and nuanced. The Japanese really elevate blending to an art form. This product is a crazy good deal.
Steven,
Could be better for the price. Nothing really stands out for me in this whiskey, kind of plain. Won't be buying this again.
Joe,
Good middle shelf spirit smooth but is missing something not bad for the price
Amanda,
It had great potential but it comes off as confused as to where it's going. It's all over the board and doesn't follow a nice linear transition between flavors.
Jonathan,
It's a $30 bottle of whiskey. It's good to have around for drunk/cheap friends or to mix with Coke. You get what you pay for but, as far as $30 bottles go, it's pretty good.
Jared,
My first whisky. I thought it was pretty strong. Very woodsy or smokey? I can't really say
John,
Not sure yet, still have more work to do on bottle before i decide if i like it
Scott,
This was probably the worst whiskey I've ever tasted in my entire life. It is completely unpalatable. The taste is completely on describable. It's a mixture between turpentine and linseed oil.
Kim,
This was smooth and good
Sorry to say I drank it right away!description was unique and true
guest,
Nice
Adam,
First Japanese whisky. A lot of unexpected floral notes makes it hard for me to compare. Don't hate it, but don't love it.
Boyd,
Very clean, not complex but good. Spice on the backend
Lorenzo,
Not sure why it says 1.6 on the rating. Unfortunately I ordered this prior to Flaviar. This Japanese is very different. At 80 proof this whiskey starts off very slow, not much happening at beginning, but leaves you with a great vanilla/honey hit on the palate with a small oak hit. Great start off to Japanese whiskey, try this first in your sampling and follow with a stronger Japanese whiskey and you'll gain a true appreciation for their craft. More a 6 on my scale.