Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin vs Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry GinRandolph Oxford Barrel Proof
DistilleryCremorneThe Black Bottle Distillery
Region
CountryUnited KingdomEngland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%58%
AgeNASNAS
Price£27.5£38.5
Rating4.67/5

Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin

Smoke0/100
Sweetness20/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).

Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin is better value at £28 vs £39.

For beginners: Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.5 vs £38.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£38.5 vs £27.5)

Who should buy Cremorne?

Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Randolph?

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof 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

Both taste of

Citric

Only Cremorne 1859 Colonel Fox's London Dry Gin

FragantVegetative

Only Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

Fresh FruitVanillaNew Wood

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