Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s vs Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s

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

Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970sMartell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s
DistilleryJohnnie WalkerMartell
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£199£150
Rating5.00/5

Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s is better value at £150 vs £199.

For beginners: Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £150)

Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Martell?

Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s

HoneyToastedMalt Extract

Only Martell VS 3 Stars Cognac / Bot.1970s

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

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