Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal vs Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal | Yamazaki 50 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hennessy | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 57% |
| Age | NAS | 50 yr |
| Price | £12500 | £9999.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.56/5 |
Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal
Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal
Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 50 Year Old is rated higher (4.56 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki 50 Year Old is better value at £10000 vs £12500.
For beginners: Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£12500 vs £9999.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
Yamazaki 50 Year Old
Pros
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£9999.95 vs £12500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
Who should buy Hennessy?
Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal 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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Hennessy Ellipse Cognac / Baccarat Crystal
Only Yamazaki 50 Year Old