Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Amrut
★ 5.00
£59
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Amrut |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 62.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £71.95 | £59.27 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Quick verdict
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) is better value at £59 vs £72.
For beginners: Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £59.27)
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.27 vs £71.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
- −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 Amrut?
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon 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 Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange