Mars Iwai 45 (45%)

Mars Iwai 45 is a Japanese whisky from the Mars Shinshu distillery, which stands at 2,600 feet between the Central and Southern Nagano Alps and is the highest whisky distillery in Japan. It is bottled at 90 proof (45%). It is a stronger variation of the blue label Iwai. The higher strength is intended to give extra kick in a cocktail, and it is also described as a good introduction to Japanese whisky and one that suits bourbon drinkers.