William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013 vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013
WL Weller
£2500
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013 | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WL Weller | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £2500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £2500.
For beginners: William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£2500 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only William Larue Weller Bourbon / Bot.2013
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