Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Aberlour
£80
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Aberlour |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 49% |
| Age | 8 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £72 vs £80.
For beginners: Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £79.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 6 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish (Darkness)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange