WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition vs William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 EditionWilliam Larue Weller (2015 Release)
DistilleryWhistlePigWilliam Larue Weller
Region
CountryAmericaAmerica
TypeRyeBourbon
ABV57.9%67.3%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£550£501.45
Rating5.00/55.00/5

WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner50/100
Value9/100

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

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

WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

William Larue Weller (2015 Release) is better value at £501 vs £550.

For beginners: WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£550 vs £501.45)

William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£501.45 vs £550)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (67.3%) — may need water

Who should buy WhistlePig?

WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition

Dried FruitCooked FruitOily

Only William Larue Weller (2015 Release)

ToastedSherriedMalt Extract

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