William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013)

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013)
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerIchiro
Region
CountryAmericaJapan
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%54.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£501.45£397.81
Rating5.00/55.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value13/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013) is better value at £398 vs £501.

For beginners: Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£501.45 vs £397.81)

Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£397.81 vs £501.45)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.5%) — may need water

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 Ichiro's?

Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013) 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

Sherried

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt Extract

Only Ichiro's Malt Chichibu 2009 Port Pipe (bottled 2013)

Cooked FruitFresh FruitChocolate

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