William Larue Weller Bourbon 2013 vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2013
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£125
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| William Larue Weller Bourbon 2013 | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 68.1% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £125.11 | £117.35 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2013
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2013
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £117 vs £125.
For beginners: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2013
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (68.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£125.11 vs £117.35)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£117.35 vs £125.11)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2013 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.
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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