Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper
Teaninich
★ 4.50
£24

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 5 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £23.92 | £31.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper is better value at £24 vs £32.
For beginners: Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£23.92 vs £31.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.95 vs £23.92)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper 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
Only Teaninich 5 Year Old - Glen Cooper
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old