The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950) vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950)
Glenrothes
£699
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
William Larue Weller
★ 5.00
£501
| The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950) | William Larue Weller (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 57.6% | 67.3% |
| Age | 22 yr | NAS |
| Price | £699 | £501.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950)
William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950)
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: The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699 vs £501.45)
- −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 affordable (£501.45 vs £699)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (67.3%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Glenrothes x Lou Rihn 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 11950) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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