Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Shinshu
£131
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Shinshu |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 50% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £139.95 | £131.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) is better value at £131 vs £140.
For beginners: Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £131.22)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)
Pros
- +More affordable (£131.22 vs £139.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2020 Edition)