Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
Lagavulin
£499
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | William Larue Weller |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 58% | 67.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £499 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) is better value at £499 vs £501.
For beginners: William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£499 vs £501.45)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −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 £499)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2002) 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.
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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