From Sparrow’s Scotch and single malt list, the Mars Komagatake 2021 is a Japanese single malt and a limited yearly release worth seeking out ($45 by the pour, or $67.50 for a larger pour).
About Mars Komagatake 2021
Mars Komagatake is made at the Shinshu distillery in the village of Miyada in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, one of the highest-elevation whisky distilleries in the country. The distillery sits in the cool, mountainous Shinshu region near the Komagatake peak that gives the whisky its name. Komagatake is released in limited yearly editions, and the 2021 is one of those releases, part of the wave of Japanese single malts that have earned a devoted following worldwide.
Tasting Notes
Japanese single malt in this style tends toward elegance and balance rather than heavy peat, leaning fruity and floral with a soft, refined character. Mars whiskies are known for their gentle, well-integrated profile, the kind of dram that rewards slow, attentive sipping. Yearly editions like this one are made in small quantities, so each release has its own personality, which is part of what makes the Komagatake line fun to explore.
What to Pair It With
A single malt like this is best enjoyed neat, where its delicate character can come through, ideally in our 21+ lounge after dinner. If you want a bite alongside, the lighter dishes on the Sparrow dinner menu such as the Scallops and Prosciutto or the Tuna Tartare let it shine without overpowering it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mars Komagatake 2021 from?
It is a Japanese single malt whisky from the Mars Shinshu distillery in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, released as a limited yearly edition.
What is Mars Komagatake like?
It is a Japanese single malt in an elegant, balanced style that leans fruity and floral, made for slow sipping rather than for mixing.
How much is a pour of Mars Komagatake 2021 at Sparrow?
At Sparrow in Kirkland, Mars Komagatake 2021 is $45 by the pour, or $67.50 for a larger pour.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu alongside other Japanese malts like the Hibiki Harmony and the Shibui Pure Malt. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come taste it.