Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 4.67
£54
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 62.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £53.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £54 vs £72.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 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 £53.95)
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £71.95)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange