Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal vs Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Remy Martin
£8300
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£7299
| Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal | Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Remy Martin | Yamazaki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £8300 | £7299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Mizunara 18 Year Old (2017 Edition) is better value at £7299 vs £8300.
For beginners: Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / Baccarat Crystal
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£8300 vs £7299)
- −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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Remy?
Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Magnum / 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 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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