William Larue Weller (2015 Release) vs Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

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

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
DistilleryWilliam Larue WellerPittyvaich
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV67.3%50.8%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£501.45£379.95
Rating5.00/5

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is better value at £380 vs £501.

For beginners: Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 £379.95)

Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£379.95 vs £501.45)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.8%) — 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 Pittyvaich?

Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

ToastedSherriedMalt Extract

Only Pittyvaich 30 Year Old (Special Release 2020)

Fresh FruitOilyCitric

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