Ardbeg 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4834) - First Fill Moscatel Hogshead vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4834) - First Fill Moscatel Hogshead
Ardbeg
£799
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Ardbeg 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4834) - First Fill Moscatel Hogshead | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 56.1% | 67.3% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £799 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4834) - First Fill Moscatel Hogshead
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4834) - First Fill Moscatel Hogshead
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is better value at £501 vs £799.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4834) - First Fill Moscatel Hogshead
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£799 vs £501.45)
- −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 affordable (£501.45 vs £799)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 4834) - First Fill Moscatel Hogshead 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.
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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