William Larue Weller (2009 Release) vs Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
William Larue Weller
£117
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£150
| William Larue Weller (2009 Release) | Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.4% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £116.86 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
William Larue Weller (2009 Release) is better value at £117 vs £150.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2009 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller (2009 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£116.86 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (67.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 13 Year Old (Special Release 2021) 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
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