Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu vs The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
Shinshu
★ 4.50
£150
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
The Oxford Artisan Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
| Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu | The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Shinshu | The Oxford Artisan Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 52% | 46.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Quick verdict
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is better value at £95 vs £150.
For beginners: The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mars Komagatake Shinanotanpopo - Nature of Shinshu
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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.
Who should buy The?
The Oxford Artisan Distillery Rye Whisky - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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