William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Laphroaig
£399
| William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.3% | 57.3% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £501.45 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) is better value at £399 vs £501.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 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 £399)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£399 vs £501.45)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) 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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