William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996
Glengoyne
£495
| William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 67.3% | 55.6% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £501.45 | £495 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996 is better value at £495 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 £495)
SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996
Pros
- +More affordable (£495 vs £501.45)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — 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 SMWS?
SMWS 123.1 8 Year Old 1996 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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