William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Chichibu Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Chichibu Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerChichibu
Region
CountryAmericaJapan
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%50.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£501.45£499
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Chichibu Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chichibu Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Chichibu Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition is better value at £499 vs £501.

For beginners: Chichibu Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition 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 Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition

Pros

  • +More affordable (£499 vs £501.45)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — 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 Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition 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

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SherriedMalt Extract

Only Chichibu Paris Edition 2025 - Asakusa Edition

Fresh FruitNew Wood

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