Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited)
Aberlour
£425
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 42.4% | 67.3% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £424.95 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited) is better value at £425 vs £501.
For beginners: Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£424.95 vs £501.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£501.45 vs £424.95)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3651) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) 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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