Mars Komagatake Single Malt 2021 Edition

An alpine distillate of rare balance and Japanese soul.
High in the Japanese Alps, where the mists curl around silent pine forests and crystal streams cut through ancient rock, the Mars Shinshu Distillery tends its casks in peaceful isolation. This is where the Komagatake Single Malt 2021 Edition is born — a whisky that seems to breathe the mountain air itself. Each drop reflects the patience and precision of Japanese craftsmanship, shaped by nature’s rhythm rather than the rush of time.

The altitude here, over 800 metres above sea level, gives the whisky a distinct maturity — slower, deeper, more complex. Cool winters preserve its clarity, while warm summers draw out sweetness and spice. The result is a whisky that feels alive with contrast: soft yet strong, elegant yet full of character.

The 2021 Edition marks another beautiful chapter in Mars Shinshu’s journey, combining a selection of ex-bourbon and sherry casks for a balance that’s both familiar and entirely its own. It carries whispers of orchard fruit, wild honey and gentle oak, unfolding like a slow sunrise over the Japanese Alps. For collectors and whisky lovers alike in Ireland and abroad, it’s a spirit that tells a story — one of quiet mastery, pure water, and mountain stillness captured in amber gold.

Why we love it:
This is Japanese single malt at its most graceful — layered yet approachable, crafted with elevation and intention. For connoisseurs and collectors alike, it’s a serene escape in a glass.