Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2021 Edition

Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2021 Edition

Official bottling 
Single malt - East Honshu
Dark gold
48% ABV
Dram

Nose: Roses, raspberries, vanilla, plums, strawberries, artificial grape flavour, hints of malted grains. 
Mouthfeel: Medium body, oily, tingly, hot. 
Tasting:  Sour sweet. Strawberries, artificial grape flavour, raspberries, fresh baked bread, cinnamon, cloves, toast. 
Finish: Medium. Coffee, toast, dark chocolate, fresh baked bread. 

Comments: 

Very floral, slightly odd whisky. There’s fruit and spice, but it’s also a cheap grape soda drink. There’s a nice oily mouthfeel as well, and it all builds towards a bitter, cereally finish.

Verdict:

I like this.