Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
£700
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 54.6% | 67.3% |
| Age | 28 yr | NAS |
| Price | £699.95 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
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: William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699.95 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 £699.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) 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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