Iwai Tradition Japanese Whisky

Iwai Tradition Japanese WhiskyA tribute to tradition Iwai Tradition is a malt driven Japanese whisky from Mars Shinshu Distillery, Japan's highest distillery at 2,600 feet in the Japanese Alps. Named in honor of Kiichiro Iwai, one of the founding fathers of Japanese whisky, this expression is a reflection of contemporary Japanese whisky craft at its most harmonious and approachable. ABV: 40% Size: 750ml Tasting Notes Nose: Soft malt, sherry fruit, vanilla, light wine notes,

A tribute to tradition — Iwai Tradition is a malt-driven Japanese whisky from Mars Shinshu Distillery, Japan's highest distillery at 2,600 feet in the Japanese Alps. Named in honor of Kiichiro Iwai, one of the founding fathers of Japanese whisky, this expression is a reflection of contemporary Japanese whisky craft at its most harmonious and approachable.

ABV: 40%  |  Size: 750ml

Tasting Notes
Nose: Soft malt, sherry fruit, vanilla, light wine notes, delicate peat smoke
Palate: Balanced and layered — dried fruit, caramel, bourbon oak sweetness, gentle wine character, subtle peat
Finish: Smooth and harmonious — soft fruit and malt fading with a clean, elegant close

FAQs

How does Iwai Tradition differ from Iwai Japanese Whisky?
Iwai Tradition is more malt-driven and uses a broader multi-cask blend — sherry, bourbon, and wine casks with a touch of peat — delivering greater complexity and a more layered character than the standard Iwai expression.

What is Mars Shinshu Distillery?
Mars Shinshu is Japan's highest whisky distillery, located at 2,600 feet in the Japanese Alps — its cool, high-altitude environment creates ideal conditions for slow, even maturation and exceptional whisky character.

Is it good for beginners to Japanese whisky?
Absolutely — its soft, balanced, and approachable profile makes Iwai Tradition one of the best entry points into Japanese whisky, while the multi-cask complexity rewards more experienced drinkers too.