Hendrick's Orbium Gin vs The Epicurean Cognac Finish

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

Hendrick's Orbium GinThe Epicurean Cognac Finish
DistilleryHendricksThe Epicurean
RegionLowland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£39.75£54.95
Rating5.00/5

Hendrick's Orbium Gin

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

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value91/100

Hendrick's Orbium Gin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Cognac Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hendrick's Orbium Gin is better value at £40 vs £55.

For beginners: Hendrick's Orbium Gin is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Hendrick's Orbium Gin

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.75 vs £54.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.95 vs £39.75)

Who should buy Hendrick's?

Hendrick's Orbium 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 The?

The Epicurean Cognac Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fragant

Only Hendrick's Orbium Gin

CitricSolventVegetative

Only The Epicurean Cognac Finish

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaSherried

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