William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel
Balvenie
£450
| William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Balvenie |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.3% | 50.4% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £501.45 | £450 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel is better value at £450 vs £501.
For beginners: Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel is more approachable (60/100 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 £450)
Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£450 vs £501.45)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 15 Year Old 1983 (cask 4605) Single Barrel 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.
Tasting notes
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