Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Benrinnes
£26
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £25.95 | £31.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is better value at £26 vs £32.
For beginners: Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£25.95 vs £31.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.95 vs £25.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) 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
Only Benrinnes 13 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old