Hatozaki Pure Malt vs Mars Maltage Cosmo
A side-by-side look at two Japanese whiskies to help you decide which one fits your palate and budget.
At a Glance
| Hatozaki Pure Malt | Mars Maltage Cosmo | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age Statement | NAS | NAS |
| Price Tier | Under $50 | Under $50 |
| Distillery | Undisclosed / Multi-source | Mars Shinshu (Komagatake) Distillery |
| JSLMA Compliant | No | No |
Category
Hatozaki Blended Malt
Mars Blended Malt
ABV
Hatozaki 46%
Mars 43%
Age Statement
Hatozaki NAS
Mars NAS
Price Tier
Hatozaki Under $50
Mars Under $50
Distillery
Hatozaki Undisclosed / Multi-source
Mars Mars Shinshu (Komagatake) Distillery
JSLMA Compliant
Hatozaki No
Mars No
Tasting Notes
| Hatozaki Pure Malt | Mars Maltage Cosmo | |
|---|---|---|
| Nose | Light malt, citrus, honey, vanilla, and a touch of Japanese oak | Light and delicate with pear, apple, honey, and subtle floral notes. |
| Palate | Smooth with honey, vanilla, light fruit, mizunara influence, and gentle spice | Soft and fruity with orchard fruits, malt, light caramel, and a touch of spice. Easy drinking. |
| Finish | Medium length with a clean sweetness and mild oak | Short to medium with a clean, lightly sweet finish. |
Nose
Hatozaki Pure Malt
Light malt, citrus, honey, vanilla, and a touch of Japanese oak
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Light and delicate with pear, apple, honey, and subtle floral notes.
Palate
Hatozaki Pure Malt
Smooth with honey, vanilla, light fruit, mizunara influence, and gentle spice
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Soft and fruity with orchard fruits, malt, light caramel, and a touch of spice. Easy drinking.
Finish
Hatozaki Pure Malt
Medium length with a clean sweetness and mild oak
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Short to medium with a clean, lightly sweet finish.
Key Differences
- • Hatozaki Pure Malt comes in stronger at 46% ABV compared to Mars Maltage Cosmo's 43%.
- • They come from different distilleries: Undisclosed / Multi-source and Mars Shinshu (Komagatake) Distillery.