Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£38
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £37.95 | £31.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £38.
For beginners: Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£37.95 vs £31.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £37.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
Only Glen Ord 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 313939, 313519 & 313524) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old