MARS The Y.A. #02 Peated

MARS The Y.A. #02 Peated, NAS, 49%

A blended malt composed of single malt from the Hombo Shuzo (Mars) distilleries Tsunuki (40%) and Shinshu (60%). Matured in ex-bourbon casks on the island of Yakushima in the south of Japan, where the angels' share is about 7-9 %. This is a medium peated whisky at 15 ppm, and it was released in 2023. Limited to 12000 bottles.

The MARS The Y.A. #02 Peated is available in Norway at NOK 1800 (17476701).

Nose: A gentle whiff of smoke mingles with mild, fruity, and complex aromas. Over time, vanilla and orchard fruits emerge, accompanied by a subtle hint of chocolate.

Taste: Medium to full-bodied, with rowan berries and a delightful balance of underlying darker notes. Toasted oak and sweet wood smoke. Well-composed and intriguing.

Finish: Medium-long, complex and exciting, with pepper and dark chocolate. A faint whiff of Tiger Balm adds an unexpected twist at the finish.

Comment: A captivating and balanced dram with layers of intrigue.

Score 88/100

Sláinte!
- Thomas