William Larue Weller (2017 Release) vs Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

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

William Larue Weller (2017 Release)Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerBunnahabhain
RegionIslay
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV64.1%54.3%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£125£82.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value32/100

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value60/100

William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £83 vs £125.

For beginners: Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (64.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£125 vs £82.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£82.95 vs £125)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water

Who should buy William?

William Larue Weller (2017 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.

Who should buy Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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

Only William Larue Weller (2017 Release)

VanillaHoneyCooked FruitToastedNew Wood

Only Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 2003 - Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateSmokeyOld Wood

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