The Lakes Elements vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

The Lakes ElementsWilliam Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistilleryThe Lakes DistilleryWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryEnglandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV54%67.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£505£501.45
Rating5.00/5

The Lakes Elements

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

The Lakes Elements

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 £505.

For beginners: The Lakes Elements is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

The Lakes Elements

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£505 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 £505)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water

Who should buy The?

The Lakes Elements 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

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only The Lakes Elements

New WoodFresh Fruit

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

HoneySherriedMalt Extract

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