William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerBenriach
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%46%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£501.45£390
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated is better value at £390 vs £501.

For beginners: BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated is more approachable (50/100 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 £390)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£390 vs £501.45)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 BenRiach?

BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaSherriedMalt Extract

Only BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated

SmokeyOld WoodDried Fruit

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