William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerChichibu
Region
CountryAmericaJapan
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%53.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£501.45£499
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025 is better value at £499 vs £501.

For beginners: Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025 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 £499)

Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025

Pros

  • +More affordable (£499 vs £501.45)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — 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 Chichibu?

Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025 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

Both taste of

VanillaToastedMalt Extract

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

HoneySherried

Only Chichibu Taiwan Edition 2025

New WoodFresh Fruit

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