Nose: Fruity, apricot, banana supported by creamy vanilla pastry. Apple tea adds depth.
Mouth: Notes from sherry casks deliver a pleasant sweetness of dried plum and hazelnut. The experience continues with delicate fruitiness and acacia honey that adds complexity.
Finish: Delectable with a clean, perfectly controlled finish. A rich, slightly tannic sensation lingers on ripe fruit.
Komagatake Edition 2022 single malt represents the classic expression of the Mars Komagatake distillery, located at the foot of the Komagatake mountain in the Central Alps, surrounded by lush nature, fresh air and pure mountain water. It is in this unique setting that this annual limited edition is distilled and matured, mainly in bourbon casks, complemented by sherry and port casks. A whisky with an elegant, rich and bold profile.
Producer Honbo Sake Brewery Co.., Ltd. Brand Mars Komagatake Edition 2022 Origin Japan / honchou Barley provenance and type(S) not communicated Maturation (s) Bourbon, sherry, port casks Tourbage not communicated Alcohol: 50.0% Specifications: not communicated
Nose: Fine, balanced. malted barley-like, fruity (green banana, golden apple), acacia honey, exotic (pineapple), spicy (coriander, ginger, black pepper) and herbaceous (chervil, lovage). Then, gradually, medicinal notes (balsam).
Mouth: Lively, taut. Citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit) provide a dynamic attack. This is followed by a beautiful, almost roasted vanilla sequence (coffee), whose greediness highlights a remarkable sweet/savory balance.
Finish: Long, rich, with aniseed (star anise), vegetal (zucchini flower) and creamy (coconut milk) flavors gradually spreading around the palate.
This ageless version was released in 2016 as a permanent product that showcases the elegant style of Miyagikyo malts. when all age statements were dropped. This bottling has ester aromas generated by carefully selected yeast strains as well as a distinctive Sherry cask influence.
Mouth: Honeyed sweetness, candied orange peel, white chocolate.
Finish: Subtle, tender and long, with a hint of Mizunara (Japanese oak).
Nose: Fruity, apricot, banana supported by creamy vanilla pastry. Apple tea adds depth.
Mouth: Notes from sherry casks deliver a pleasant sweetness of dried plum and hazelnut. The experience continues with delicate fruitiness and acacia honey that adds complexity.
Finish: Delectable with a clean, perfectly controlled finish. A rich, slightly tannic sensation lingers on ripe fruit.