Port Askaig 34 Year Old vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Askaig 34 Year Old
Port Askaig
£593
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Port Askaig 34 Year Old | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Askaig | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 49.7% | 67.3% |
| Age | 34 yr | NAS |
| Price | £593.17 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Askaig 34 Year Old
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Port Askaig 34 Year Old
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
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 £593.
For beginners: Port Askaig 34 Year Old is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Port Askaig 34 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£593.17 vs £501.45)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£501.45 vs £593.17)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Askaig 34 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Only Port Askaig 34 Year Old
Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Where to buy
Port Askaig 34 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange