BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
Benriach
£390
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 67.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £390 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated is better value at £390 vs £501.
For beginners: BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£390 vs £501.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £390)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 30 Year Old Authenticus Peated 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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