Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
Jack Daniel's
£399

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jack Daniel's | William Larue Weller |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Tennessee | Bourbon |
| ABV | 45% | 67.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey is better value at £399 vs £501.
For beginners: Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£399 vs £501.45)
Cons
- −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 £399)
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's 1981 Gold Medal Tennessee Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Tennessee 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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