Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960sThe Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
DistilleryRemy MartinThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£299£399
Rating5.00/5

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness46/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s is better value at £299 vs £399.

For beginners: Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

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 (£399 vs £299)

Who should buy Remy?

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s 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 Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Remy Martin VSOP Cognac / Fine Champagne / Bot.1960s

Cooked FruitOld WoodFragant

Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)

SherriedVanillaDried Fruit

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