Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryShinshuThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£116.52£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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).

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)

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

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.

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.

Tasting notes

Only Mars Komagatake Single Malt (2018 Edition)

ToastedMalt ExtractSmokeyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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