William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%54.2%
AgeNAS34 yr
Price£501.45£550
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is better value at £501 vs £550.

For beginners: Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£501.45 vs £550)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water

Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£550 vs £501.45)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi) 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 (2015 Release)

VanillaHoneyToastedSherriedMalt Extract

Only Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)

LeatheryOilyOld WoodTobaccoNutty

Where to buy

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Mortlach 34 Year Old 1986 (cask 2035) (Adelphi)

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