Mars Shinshu 2015-2019 Komagatake Asian Exclusive PX Sherry Cask 5140

Mars Shinshu has been "revived" for 8 long years, while Sherry Cask whisky from them is still rare to see, maybe their whisky did not work so well with sherry cask at the past. We have tried some and American White Oak is still the best for Komagatake. In 2019, Mars starts launching more Single Sherry Cask in "Le Papillon" and "Asian Exclusive" series, and it finally gets to the right taste! This Cask #5140 impressed us so much that we would love to share with you.

On nosing, a lot of Mars Shinshu type chrysanthemum tea smell, and of course a big sherry bomb with maple syrup, creme brulee-like sweetness and creaminess, raisins, sawdust. Full of sweetness at the moment putting in mouth, turns to caramel, a bit sulphury, and very full body, excellent on palate. Caramel taste lasts to the end, and changing slowly to chrysanthemum tea and wood.