William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Benriach 30 Year Old

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Benriach 30 Year Old
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerBenriach
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%50%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£501.45£495
Rating5.00/55.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Benriach 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value10/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benriach 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Benriach 30 Year Old is better value at £495 vs £501.

For beginners: Benriach 30 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 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 £495)

Benriach 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +More affordable (£495 vs £501.45)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Benriach?

Benriach 30 Year Old 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

HoneySherried

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaToastedMalt Extract

Only Benriach 30 Year Old

Old WoodDried FruitNutty

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