William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerMortlach
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%44.5%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£501.45£727.95
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is better value at £501 vs £728.

For beginners: Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£501.45 vs £727.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water

Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£727.95 vs £501.45)
  • 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) 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

HoneyToastedSherried

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaMalt Extract

Only Mortlach 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodNutty

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