William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 vs Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
William Larue Weller
£119
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
| William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 | Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Kilchoman |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.7% | 56.9% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £119.16 | £77 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Quick verdict
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is better value at £77 vs £119.
For beginners: William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.16 vs £77)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£77 vs £119.16)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller Wheated Bourbon – 2012 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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength 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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