The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)
Shinshu
£117
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Shinshu |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.9 | £116.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £117.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £116.52)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£116.52 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)