Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£52
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £52 vs £72.
For beginners: Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £52)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£52 vs £71.95)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 (casks 322141 & 322155) Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)