Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
Shinshu
★ 4.50
£150
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Shinshu |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 52% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £92.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £150.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old 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 Mars?
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu 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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Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu