Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland WhiskyWilliam Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistilleryGleneskWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeBourbon
ABV40%67.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£450£501.45
Rating5.00/5

Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner35/100
Value10/100

Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky is better value at £450 vs £501.

For beginners: Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£450 vs £501.45)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£501.45 vs £450)

Who should buy Glenesk?

Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy William?

William Larue Weller (2015 Release) 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

Both taste of

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Hay-likeNuttyLeafy

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaHoneySherried

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