William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Chichibu London Edition 2020
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
Chichibu London Edition 2020
Ichiro
£499
| William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | Chichibu London Edition 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Ichiro |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Japan |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.3% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £501.45 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Chichibu London Edition 2020
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Chichibu London Edition 2020
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu London Edition 2020 is better value at £499 vs £501.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 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)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Chichibu London Edition 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£499 vs £501.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — 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 London Edition 2020 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
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