Mars Maltage Cosmo vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Mars Maltage CosmoStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryMarsAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.5£46.95
Rating3.21/55.00/5

Mars Maltage Cosmo

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner75/100
Value57/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Mars Maltage Cosmo

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £57.

For beginners: Mars Maltage Cosmo is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Mars Maltage Cosmo

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.5 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.2 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mars?

Mars Maltage Cosmo suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Storyman?

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky 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

Vanilla

Only Mars Maltage Cosmo

Malt ExtractToastedOld Wood

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoney

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