Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Shinshu
£131
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shinshu | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 61.4% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £131.22 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) is better value at £131 vs £174.
For beginners: Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Pros
- +More affordable (£131.22 vs £173.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £131.22)
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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