Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Bruichladdich
£383
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.1% | 67.3% |
| Age | 28 yr | NAS |
| Price | £383 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £383 vs £501.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£383 vs £501.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — 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 £383)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 169) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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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