Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside Whisky vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside WhiskyWilliam Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistilleryMortlachWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeBourbon
ABV40%67.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£600£501.45
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside 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 £600.

For beginners: Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£600 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 £600)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside 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

Sherried

Only Mortlach 1997 / Bot.2009 / Managers' Choice Speyside Whisky

Old WoodTobaccoLeathery

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt Extract

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