Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Bowmore
£799
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 44.3% | 67.3% |
| Age | 34 yr | NAS |
| Price | £798.95 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
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: Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£798.95 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 £798.95)
- +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 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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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