A stunning single-cask Komagatake distilled at Mars Shinshu in 1991 and matured 28 years in American oak. Bottled at cask strength in 2019, this rare release delivers exquisite depth and complexity—one of Mars’ finest modern expressions, with just 352 bottles produced.
Key Details: - Distillery: Mars Shinshu (Hombo Shuzo) - Range: Komagatake - Country: Japan - Expression: 28 Year Old – Single Cask - Cask: American Oak, Cask #160 - Distilled: 1991 - Bottled: 2019 - Style: Single Malt Japanese Whisky - ABV: 61% (Cask Strength) - Bottle Size: 70cl - Outturn: 352 bottles - Packaging: Original box - Condition: Perfect Condition
Tasting Notes: - Nose: Mature orchard fruit, honeyed malt, and crème brûlée with polished American oak, coconut, and citrus oils; hints of tobacco leaf and spice. - Palate: Viscous and layered—ripe apricot, vanilla fudge, and toffee over cinnamon, clove, and toasted almond; the 61% cask strength carries exceptional precision and drive. - Finish: Long, warming, and elegant with lingering oak sweetness, citrus zest, and gentle herbal complexity.
Why Collect This Bottle: - Single Cask Prestige: One cask, one character—pure, unblended Mars Shinshu at its peak. - Long Ageing: 28 years in American oak brings intricate integration of fruit, oak, and spice. - Scarcity: Only 352 bottles—significant rarity for Japanese single malt. - Critical Era: Part of Mars’ renaissance of top-tier releases; a highlight for serious collectors.
Seller Notes : - Stored upright in a cool, dark, climate-controlled environment. - Fill level: high/into neck; capsule/security seals intact.
Bidder Confidence: - Authenticity assured. - Professional, secure packaging for shipping. - International shipping available; buyer responsible for local duties and taxes.
