L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac
Martell
£6425
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Martell | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £6425 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac is better value at £6425 vs £7299.
For beginners: L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£6425 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 £6425)
Who should buy L'Or?
L'Or de Jean Martell Reserve Du Chateau Cognac 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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