Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s
Lucien Foucauld
£7500
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lucien Foucauld | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £7500 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £7500.
For beginners: Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£7500 vs £7299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lucien?
Lucien Foucauld 1847 Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1940s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) 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
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