Inchmoan 12 Year Old vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Inchmoan 12 Year OldWeeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
DistilleryLoch LomondWeeknight Whisky
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age12 yr8 yr
Price£42£31.95
Rating4.08/55.00/5

Inchmoan 12 Year Old

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value97/100

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Inchmoan 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.08).

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £42.

For beginners: Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Inchmoan 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£42 vs £31.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Inchmoan?

Inchmoan 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Weeknight?

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Inchmoan 12 Year Old

ToastedOld Wood

Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

OilyLeathery

Where to buy

Inchmoan 12 Year Old

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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