Products

Region: Japan

Distillery: Shinshu Mars

Age: 20 Years

ABV: 57% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: American white oak

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Shinshu Mars

Age: 3 Years

ABV: 58% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Ex-bourbon cask 

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Tsunuki Distillery & Mars Shinshu

Age: N/A

ABV: 52% 

Cask: Ex-Bourbon Barrels

Size: 700 ml

This is the 1st release of Mars The Y.A. which refers to the Yakushima Aging Cellars located on Yakushima Island (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Kagoshima, Japan. The Y.A. #01 uses Malt Whisky distilled at the 2 distilleries owned by Hombo Shuzo at its Shinshu Distillery in Nagano & Tsunuki Distillery in Kagoshima which have been matured in mostly ex-Bourbon Barrels and blending to create a unique expression of fruity aroma. 

This unique expression showcases the complexity of the spirit by blending two different spirits from their 2 owned distilleries matured at a 3rd site. Yakushima Aging Cellar was established in 2016.

This bottling is rated 86+ on Whiskybase.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Tsunuki Distillery & Mars Shinshu

Age: N/A (2017-2019）

ABV: 49% 

Cask: Bourbon barrel

Size: 700 ml

This is the 2nd release of Mars The Y.A. Released in 2023 YA refers to Yakushima Aging Cellars located on Yakushima Island (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Kagoshima, Japan. The Y.A. #02 uses Malt Whisky distilled at the 2 distilleries owned by Hombo Shuzo at its Shinshu Distillery in Nagano & Tsunuki Distillery in Kagoshima. 

Sun-ripened fruits combine with the sea breeze and soft white smoke. Palate: A thick flavor develops with smoky and mineral notes. Finish: A rich oily taste lingers long.

Rated 85+ Points on WhiskyBase.

Yakushima Aging Cellar was established in 2016. This unique expression showcases the complexity of the spirit by blending two different spirits from their 2 owned distilleries matured at a 3rd site.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Tsunuki & Mars Shinshu Distillery

Age: N/A

ABV: 51% 

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Mar "Yakushima Aging" Blended Malt Japanese Whisky is a special release honoring the 30th anniversary of Yakushima's designation as a World Natural Heritage site. Available in December 2023, this blended malt was created from the malt whiskies 'Komagatake' and 'Tsunuki' both of which are a part of Hombo Shuzo, aged at the Yakushima Aging Cellar. It features vibrant fruity aromas that capture the essence of Yakushima. 

Please note that there is no box available for this product.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Tsunuki Distillery, Kagoshima

Age: NAS

ABV: 52% 

Cask: Bourbon barrel

Size: 700 ml

Released in 2022 as a special bottling to commemorate the 6th Anniversary of the Mars Tsunuki Distillery. This special release is a vatting of 3 ex-Bourbon barrels with only 657 bottles being released in total.  Winning a Gold medal on 2023 World Whiskies Award.

Tasing Note: Nose: Vanilla, sweet citrus fruits. Palate: Vanilla, cream, chocolate. Finish: Clean sweetness, bourbon barrel aroma.

The "Tsunuki Distillery Festival", traditionally held every November, was canceled in its festival format on 2021 due to the new coronavirus. In its place, a special commemorative bottle was released for the 6th anniversary, marketed as the "Tsunuki Distillery Festival Limited Edition," which has been available annually.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Mars Tsunuki Distillery

Age: N/A

ABV: 50% 

Cask: Bourbon barrels

Size: 700 ml

Mars Tsunuki distillery is the second distillery of the Hombo Shuzo Group, launched in 2016. This is the 2023 release by the Mars Tsunuki Distillery in Kagoshima (where with a wide range of temperatures and blessed with high quality spring water from the Mt. Kurata mountain), with a release of 35,800 bottles. This is the 4th product release of single malt whisky distilled at Tsunuki (The Second Release of the Annual 'Year Edition').

Matured in the bourbon barrels for about 6 years. Nose: Marmalade jam along with sweet notes of honey, pancake, and a subtle smoke Palate: Citrus fruits, lemon peel and fresh malt Finish: Full-bodied sweetness balanced by a pleasant bitterness.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Tsunuki Distillery, Kagoshima

Age: About 3 Years

ABV: 59% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Bourbon barrel

Size: 700 ml

The first single malt whisky released from the newly built Tsunuki Distillery which was built in 2016.  Distilled in 2016/17, Tsunuki The First has been matured in bourbon barrels and bottled at a natural cask strength of 59% ABV.

Nose: warm toasted pecan, vanilla honey sponge cake, orange marmalade, rich butter toffee sauce Palate: mouth coating, citrus, gingery peppery spice, milk chocolatey sweetness, ginger bread, red dates Finish: long, tingling with gingery spice and walnuts. Rated 88 points on WhiskyFun (Link Here) and Rated 90 points on Whiskybase. A total of 9984 bottles were released.

本坊酒造繼信州蒸餾所(Mars Shinshu Distillery)之後, 於2016年回到自己的發跡之地 - 鹿兒島 建立第二間蒸餾所 - 津貫蒸餾所( Mars Tsunuki Distillery), 更是現今日本最南端的蒸餾所. 溫暖的氣候令Angel's Share 高達6%, 但變相木桶熟成速度大大加快, 從而造出強勁豐厚的威士忌. 這次首發的單一麥芽威士忌是選用了首兩年蒸餾後的新酒, 在波本桶(Bourbon Cask)中陳年, 於2020年入瓶, 全球限量9984瓶.

聞上去濃郁柑橘類水果香氣，緊接香草和新鮮麵包香氣.

入口是豐厚的口感帶有蜂蜜甜味、柑橘類水果, 薑類胡椒類的辣感.

後段綿長柔和的朱古力奶甜味及淡淡薑味香料.

 Date: 24th Oct 2020, Saturday  Time: 3 p.m. Hong Kong Time

1. A Live Virtual Tour of Mars Whisky Distillery, Kagoshima Japan (Tickets available worldwide HK$ 200. Please select the "Virtual Tour ONLY" option in case you are located outside HK or you do not need the Tasting Pack)

2. 3 x 30ml Mars Whiskies with tasting notes (Free Delivery in HK) Tsunuki The First; Tsunuki Aging 2019; Komagatake Limited Edition 2020 (Tickets including Tour + Tasting Pack available in HK only. HK$ 690 including free delivery in HK. Please select "Tasting Pack & Virtual Tour" Option)

This Virtual Tour & Tasting is being organized in conjunction with TABITTO Travel Kagoshima. Kusano San, The Master Distiller and Tsuchiya San, the Distillery Manager of the Mars Distillery + Ms. Maya Aley, a Spirits Specialist living in Kagoshima for 9 years and fluent in Japanese and English, will walk you through the distillery and show the making process live. At the end of the Tour, taste 3 of their Whiskies along with the Tour Guides. This is a unique opportunity to visit the distillery from the comfort of your living room at home and enjoy a "visit" to Japan. The Virtual Tour/Tasting will be conducted on Zoom and will be co-ordinated by Mizunara x TABITTO. 

NOTE: In the event of any technical/connectivity problems at the organizers' end, which does not allow the event to be held, it may be rescheduled to a later date. We shall not be able to reschedule in case the connectivity/technical problems occur at your end.  

Region: Japan

Distillery: Shinshu Mars X Chichibu (Aged at Shinshu, Nagano)

Age: NAS

ABV: 54%

Cask: Bourbon barrel, American white oak, Sherry oak

Size: 700 ml

This is a special bottling released by the Shinshu Mars Distillery and is a vatting of malt from two distilleries, "Komagatake" and "Chichibu", which has been matured at Mars Shinshu Distillery in a variety of Bourbon Barrel, American White Oak and Sherry Oak for more than 5 years. In 2015, Mars Shinshu Distillery and Venture Whisky (Chichibu) Distillery began exchanging their new make spirit, which was subsequently matured in their respective locations. 10,918 Bottles were released.

Nose: sweet maple syrup, oak spices and some notes of varnish along with plum and a hint of caramelised orange peel Palate: Sweet caramel, some brandy cake, cacao and nutmeg with a hint of smoke and spiciness Finish: Gentle tannins along with some black tea on the finish. With water, more caramel and toffee notes are evident along with oak spices. 

The Chichibu Distillery release of their vatting with Komagatake malt is available HERE. 

Updated : Great news! Due to overwhelming demand, Kilchoman's Founder Anthony Wills is extending his stay with us. Don't miss this last opportunity to meet Anthony.

The exclusive Kilchoman Batch Strength Asia Tour is coming to Mizunara: The Library on September 29th! Join us for an opportunity to meet ANTHONY and CATHERINE, the Brand Manager of KILCHOMAN. They will be bringing our exclusive Tour Edition bottles and leading us in a delightful whisky tasting, along with a live virtual tour that includes a guided walk through the Kilchoman Distillery in Islay.

Come and explore our latest core range expressions, interact with the Kilchoman team, hear captivating stories about the distillery, and enjoy some fantastic whiskies!

Event Details:

• Date: 29th September, Sunday
• Time: 4pm-5pm
• Seats: 20 spots only, first come first served!
• Venue: Mizunara The Library, 4/F, Kiu Yin Commercial Building, 361-363 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai

What’s Included:

5 x 15ml Kilchoman Whisky Selection:

• Sauternes Cask
• Batch Strength Asia Tour Limited Edition
• Mizunara Private Cask "Sado - The Harmony" Bourbon
• Kilchoman PX Sherry Cask
  
• Machir Bay Cask Strength

Welcome Drink: Machir Bay Highball

Experience:  Live Virtual Kilchoman Distillery Tour

Ticket Price: $390

Contact Person: 35902104 (Lindy)

Region: Kentucky (USA)

Distillery: Michter's Distillery

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 46.4%

Size: 750 ml

Again brought into the market since 2014 after a 3 year hiatus by Michter's then Master Distiller Willie Pratt, this 10 Year Old Single Barrel Rye Whisky is an ode to America's first whiskey variety (Rye). Toffee and vanilla, toasted almonds, cinnamon with crushed pepper and a hint of orange citrus. (Tasting Notes from Producer). 

This product has no BOX.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Miyagikyo

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 45%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Fresh citrus and stewed fruits. Very crisp, fresh and enjoyable and a great entry to the aged whiskies from this distillery located in Sendai in Northern Japan. Sadly discontinued and a rarity. This bottling (estimated from around 2000s) label spells "Miyagikyou" on its label and is an earlier version of the 10 Year Old bottling with "Miyagikyo" on its label.

Please note that NO BOX is available.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Miyagikyo

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 45%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Miyagikyo 10 Years Single Malt Japanese Whisky is from the Miyagikyo distillery, founded by Masataka Taketsuru, the father of Japanese whisky. Located in Miyagi Prefecture, the distillery is renowned for its elegant, fruity whiskies made with various malted barleys and unique techniques. The whisky is distilled in traditional pot stills and matured in a mix of American oak, sherry, and other cask types, enhancing its complexity and richness.

Fresh citrus and stewed fruits. Very crisp, fresh and enjoyable and a great entry to the aged whiskies from this distillery located in Sendai in Northern Japan. Sadly discontinued and a rarity.

Please note that NO BOX is available.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Miyagikyo

Age: 12 years Old

ABV: 45%

Cask: Sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

A rich and very balanced for the age, with toasted coffee beans, spices, floral notes this is an excellent whisky. The sherry cask influence comes through beautifully. Again sadly discontinued.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Miyagikyo

Age: 15 Years Old

ABV: 45%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Miyagikyo

Age: 15 Years Old

ABV: 45%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Miyagikyo

Age: NAS

ABV: 45%

Cask: Ex-Sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

The new single malt from the Miyagikyo Distillery of Nikka is a vatting of various aged whiskies matured in primarily ex-Sherry casks. Color: Gold Nose: Full flavoured and rich floral notes, beeswax and tropical fruits Palate: Malty cereal balanced with spices such as cinnamon, some ginger and chocolate at the back. Finish: Some tobacco with cooked fruits with a lingering softness. Sampling set along with other Japanese Whiskies HERE.