Mars : Tsunuki 2023 Edition

Characteristics and tasting tips for the Tsunuki 2023 Edition by Mars

Tasting

Nose
The nose reveals sweet and tart notes of Japanese loquat, reminiscent of a fine jam. A subtle peat nuance is accompanied by hints of honey and pancakes.

Palate
The palate is powerful and fruity. Combined with fresh lemon zest, the rich and complex malt structure ensures a harmonious balance that persists into a finish that is both gentle and powerful.

Food pairings and serving suggestions

This Japanese Single Malt is ideally enjoyed neat to appreciate its full aromatic complexity. Its richness and balance make it the perfect companion for moments of reflection at the end of a meal.

A Japanese whisky from Kagoshima with fruity and slightly peaty aromas

The Mars Distillery, a pioneer of Japanese whisky

Founded by Kiichiro Iwai, the Mars Distillery has been producing Japanese whisky for several decades, its history marked by the closure in Komagatake in 1992 and the reopening in 2011, complemented by the launch of Tsunuki in 2016. Located in the mountainous region of Kagoshima on the island of Kyushu at an altitude of around 800 meters, Mars benefits from the warm climate of southern Japan and uses spring water from Mount Kurata. The company is also developing an additional warehouse on the island of Yakushima. Characteristic is the production method, blending whiskies matured mainly in first and second-fill Bourbon barrels and finished in Sherry and Port casks to enhance aromatic complexity.

The Tsunuki 2023 Edition, an expression of the Kagoshima terroir

This 2023 edition of Tsunuki perfectly illustrates the know-how of the Mars Distillery in southern Japan. Made from 100% malted barley, this Single Malt ages for at least three years mainly in first and second-fill Bourbon barrels and receives a complementary finish in Sherry and Port casks, which gives it its remarkable complexity.

The hot and humid climate in Kagoshima, which differs significantly from that of the Komagatake Distillery in the Japanese Alps, directly shapes the profile of this Japanese whisky and imparts an extraordinary fruity richness. The use of spring water from Mount Kurata and the medium peat content create a perfect balance between smoky notes and the fruity aromatic palette. Bottled in a gift box at 50% ABV and non-chill filtered, this Tsunuki 2023 Edition fully preserves its natural aromas.