Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch WhiskyWilliam Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistilleryKnockandoWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeBourbon
ABV40%67.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£650£501.45
Rating5.00/5

Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner35/100
Value10/100

Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

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

Who should buy Knockando?

Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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

Both taste of

HoneySherried

Only Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Old WoodTobaccoNutty

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaToastedMalt Extract

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