William Larue Weller (2009 Release) vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
William Larue Weller
£117
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| William Larue Weller (2009 Release) | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.4% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £116.86 | £117.35 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
William Larue Weller (2009 Release) is better value at £117 vs £117.
For beginners: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£116.86 vs £117.35)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (67.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£117.35 vs £116.86)
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller (2009 Release) 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.
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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