Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour
★ 2.00
£62
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Aberlour |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 49.9% |
| Age | 8 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £61.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £62 vs £72.
For beginners: Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £61.95)
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£61.95 vs £71.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange