William Larue Weller Special Reserve vs The Epicurean Cognac Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
William Larue Weller
★ 4.75
£44
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£55
| William Larue Weller Special Reserve | The Epicurean Cognac Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | The Epicurean |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £43.5 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Cognac Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
William Larue Weller Special Reserve is better value at £44 vs £55.
For beginners: William Larue Weller Special Reserve is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£43.5 vs £54.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £43.5)
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller Special Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Cognac Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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