Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
£650
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 47.1% | 67.3% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £650 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (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 £650.
For beginners: Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 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 £650)
- +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 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 35 Year Old 1979 (cask 10594) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange