William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerMacduff
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%46%
AgeNAS31 yr
Price£501.45£395
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask is better value at £395 vs £501.

For beginners: Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask is more approachable (60/100 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 £395)

Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask

Pros

  • +More affordable (£395 vs £501.45)

Cons

  • 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 Macduff?

Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedSherriedMalt Extract

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaHoney

Only Macduff 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2358) - First Cask

Old Wood

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