William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990
Littlemill
£425
| William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Littlemill |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.3% | 54.7% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £501.45 | £425 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990 is better value at £425 vs £501.
For beginners: SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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 £425)
SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990
Pros
- +More affordable (£425 vs £501.45)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −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 SMWS?
SMWS 97.21 21 Year Old 1990 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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