Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88)
Springbank
£699
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | William Larue Weller |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 42.4% | 67.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £699 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88)
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 £699.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 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 £699)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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
Only Springbank 21 Year Old 2000 - Scottish Folklore Series #6 (Cask 88)
Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)