William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Bowmore
£399
| William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Bowmore |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.3% | 51.2% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £501.45 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 is better value at £399 vs £501.
For beginners: Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 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 £399)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£399 vs £501.45)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 18 Year Old (bottled 2020) - Fèis Ìle 2021 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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