Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - DaimaruWilliam Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistillerySuntoryWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryJapanAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV43%67.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£399£501.45
Rating5.00/5

Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru is better value at £399 vs £501.

For beginners: Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£399 vs £501.45)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 £399)

Who should buy Suntory?

Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 ExtractVanillaToastedHoney

Only Suntory Excellence Globe Decanter - Daimaru

Old Wood

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Sherried

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