William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerFuji
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeBourbon
ABV67.3%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£501.45£475
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky is better value at £475 vs £501.

For beginners: Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky is more approachable (85/100 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 £475)

Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£475 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 Fuji?

Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyToastedSherried

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Malt Extract

Only Fuji 50th Anniversary Edition Single Blended Whisky Japanese Whisky

Old Wood

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