Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bowmore
£399
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 57.7% | 67.3% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £399 vs £501.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£399 vs £501.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −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 £399)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 3.248) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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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