Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Samaroli Diamond - 2018 EditionWilliam Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistillerySamaroliWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV45%67.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£466.1£501.45
Rating5.00/5

Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition is better value at £466 vs £501.

For beginners: Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition

Pros

  • +More affordable (£466.1 vs £501.45)

Cons

  • 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 £466.1)

Who should buy Samaroli?

Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

Malt ExtractToastedHoney

Only Samaroli Diamond - 2018 Edition

Old WoodNutty

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaSherried

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