Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky vs Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky
Mars
£225
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£299
| Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky | Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mars | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £225 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky is better value at £225 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£225 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £225)
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mars Komagatake 2017 / 7 Year Old / Yakushima Ageing / TWE Exclusive Japanese Whisky
Only Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve Decanter - Pre 2007