Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

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 £95)

Cons

• −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

Pros

• +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)

Cons

• −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
• −More expensive (£95 vs £71.95)
• −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 SMWS?

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008 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.