Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 54.7% | 67.3% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £501.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is better value at £399 vs £501.
For beginners: Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £501.45)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£501.45 vs £399)
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo 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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