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Mars Iwai Whisky 45
Mars Iwai 45 is a Japanese blended whisky known for its versatility in cocktails and a flavor profile influenced by American bourbon. It's a higher proof version of the original Iwai whisky, with notes of vanilla, butterscotch, baked apples, and strawberry on the nose, followed by ripe pears, quince, chocolate, and toffee on the palate. The finish is pleasantly sweet and lingering, according to some retailers.
  Mars Iwai [Mars E-why]   Japanese Whisky, Blended Japan $36.99 45.00% ABV
 75% Corn | 25% Malted Barley | High Malted Barley
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Part of the  Hombo Shuzo Co. family of brands.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Aromas of baked apples and sweet orchard fruits mingle with honey, butterscotch, and a light touch of floral vanilla.
Palate: A smooth, sweet, and bourbon-like character features notes of ripe pear, vanilla, and caramel, with subtle hints of white pepper spice and chocolate.
Finish: The finish is medium in length, offering a pleasant lingering sweetness with a touch of oak and a whisper of red fruit.
Penelope Bourbon Rose Cask Finished Bourbon
This Penelope Straight Bourbon is a blend of 3 bourbon mash bills sourced from MGP Ingredients, Inc. comprised of four grains (corn, wheat, rye, and malted barley) non-chill-filtered, the barrels it's rested in have a #4 char while the heads have a #2 char. This approachable bourbon has an impeccable balance that has earned it several accolades, including a Double Gold Medal at the SIP Awards. The Penelope Bourbon Rosé Cask finish is a limited release expression that is based on their signature four-grain bourbon. The 2- to 3-year-old bourbon goes for a round of finishing in French Grenache Rosé wine casks from the Southern Rhône region, resulting in a uniquely fruity profile. This release is limited to 2,400 bottles.
 75% Corn | 15% Wheat | 7% Rye | 3% Malted Barley | Wheated
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Tasting Notes
Nose: The nose opens with a citrusy sweetness, caramel, and vanilla.
Palate: The palate is equally sweet with vanilla and caramel, as well as strawberry and citrus notes.
Finish: Butterscotch, orange zest, caramel, and oak arrive later, culminating in a complex finish with a balance of sweetness and spice.
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