Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018
WL Weller
£2250
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | WL Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46.6% | 40% |
| Age | 32 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £2250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018
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 £2250.
For beginners: William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £2250)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2250 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only William Larue Weller Bourbon 2006 / Bot.2018