Johnnie Walker Quest vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Quest
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Johnnie Walker Quest | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 67.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £501.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Quest
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Johnnie Walker Quest
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Quest is better value at £399 vs £501.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Quest is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Quest
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £501.45)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£501.45 vs £399)
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Quest suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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
Both taste of
Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)