John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022 vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022
Johnnie Walker
£500
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022 | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 67.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £500.43 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022 is better value at £500 vs £501.
For beginners: John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£500.43 vs £501.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £500.43)
Who should buy John?
John Walker & Sons King George V - Chinese New Year Edition 2022 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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