The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 vs Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£80
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
| The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 | Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Epicurean | Darkness |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.8% | 61.3% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £72 vs £80.
For beginners: The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £71.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £79.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 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 Darkness!?
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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
Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange