The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4 vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4William Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistilleryThe Blended Whisky CompanyWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV45.6%67.3%
Age50 yrNAS
Price£599.95£501.45
Rating5.00/5

The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £600.

For beginners: The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 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 £599.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water

Who should buy The?

The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4 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

Sherried

Only The Half-Century Blend - Batch 4

Old WoodDried FruitTobaccoNuttyChocolate

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt Extract

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