Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£700
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | William Larue Weller |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 67.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £700 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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 £700.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£700 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 £700)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Where to buy
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange