Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Powers
★ 4.83
£63
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Powers |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 61.3% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £63.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.83/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still is better value at £63 vs £72.
For beginners: Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £63.15)
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£63.15 vs £71.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Powers?
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange