Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky
Glenfarclas
£750
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | William Larue Weller |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 67.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £750 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky
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 £750.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£750 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 £750)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 1987 / Family Casks W18 / Sherry Cask 3831 Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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