Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s
Remy Martin
£5500
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Remy Martin | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £5500 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s is better value at £5500 vs £7299.
For beginners: Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£5500 vs £7299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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
- −More expensive (£7299 vs £5500)
Who should buy Remy?
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac / Bot.1960s 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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