Mars Maltage Cosmo
Hombo Shuzo (Mars)

Mars Maltage Cosmo

マルス モルテージ 越百

Category
Blended Malt
ABV
43%
Price Range
Under $50
Volume
700ml
Cask Type
mixed

About

A blended malt named after Mount Cosmo (Koshimo) in the Central Alps near the Mars Shinshu Distillery. Combines malts from Mars Shinshu with other sources for a gentle, approachable style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Light and delicate with pear, apple, honey, and subtle floral notes.

Palate

Soft and fruity with orchard fruits, malt, light caramel, and a touch of spice. Easy drinking.

Finish

Short to medium with a clean, lightly sweet finish.

What People Are Saying

Amazon Japan reviewers rate this 4.3 out of 5 stars across 158 reviews, with over 50 purchases in the past month. Described as having sweet aromas of honey and caramel with subtle smokiness and ripe fruit, leading to a rounded, soft palate with gentle lingering finish.

「蜂蜜やキャラメルを思わせる甘い香りの中に、ほのかなスモーキーフレーバーと熟した果実の香り。口当たりは丸みがあり柔らかく、穏やかな余韻が特徴。」

Rated 82/100 on Whiskybase with 45 community votes. Tasters note rich sherry influence, dark chocolate, and dried fig notes typical of Mars Shinshu's heavily sherried expressions.

Community opinions collected from public forums and review sites. These are not our own ratings.

How to Enjoy

highball, rocks