Mars Kasei vs Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mars Kasei | Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mars | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.5% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £45.75 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 3.60/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mars Kasei
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Mars Kasei
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.60).
Mars Kasei is better value at £46 vs £63.
For beginners: Mars Kasei is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mars Kasei
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£45.75 vs £62.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.6 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.95 vs £45.75)
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Kasei 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.
Who should buy Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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Only Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast