Remy Martin Louis XIII Jeroboam vs Shirakawa 1958

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

Remy Martin Louis XIII JeroboamShirakawa 1958
DistilleryRemy MartinTakara Shuzo
Region
CountryUnited KingdomJapan
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%49%
AgeNASNAS
Price£24000£23495
Rating5.00/5

Remy Martin Louis XIII Jeroboam

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Shirakawa 1958

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Remy Martin Louis XIII Jeroboam

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Shirakawa 1958

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Shirakawa 1958 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Shirakawa 1958 is better value at £23495 vs £24000.

For beginners: Remy Martin Louis XIII Jeroboam is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Remy Martin Louis XIII Jeroboam

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£24000 vs £23495)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Shirakawa 1958

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£23495 vs £24000)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Remy?

Remy Martin Louis XIII Jeroboam suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Shirakawa?

Shirakawa 1958 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Remy Martin Louis XIII Jeroboam

HoneyCooked FruitFragantDried Fruit

Only Shirakawa 1958

SmokeyToastedLeatheryMedicinal

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