Mars Iwai Blended Whisky from Mars Shinshu.

Mars Iwai is produced by Mars Whisky of Nagano. This Bourbon-esque blended whisky is made with 75% corn and 25% malted barley and aged in ex-Bourbon barrels. The sweet and spicy character is there, albeit in a lighter, creamier form. Aromatics are subdued and include notes of vanilla, butterscotch, and pome fruit. On the palate Mars Iwai is sweet-ish and creamy with a quick finish. Additional notes of dried fig, cherry, and caramel apple.