Yamazaki 50 Year Old vs Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Yamazaki
★ 4.56
£10000
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Remy Martin
£8300
| Yamazaki 50 Year Old | Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Remy Martin |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57% | 40% |
| Age | 50 yr | NAS |
| Price | £9999.95 | £8300 |
| Rating | 4.56/5 | — |
Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 50 Year Old is rated higher (4.56 vs 0.00).
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal is better value at £8300 vs £10000.
For beginners: Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Pros
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£9999.95 vs £8300)
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£8300 vs £9999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 50 Year Old is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Remy?
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Only Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal