Lennox Peat 4 Year Old 2018 - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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

Lennox Peat 4 Year Old 2018 - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
DistilleryMurray McDavidWeeknight Whisky
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age4 yr8 yr
Price£44.06£31.95
Rating5.00/5

Lennox Peat 4 Year Old 2018 - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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

Lennox Peat 4 Year Old 2018 - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £44.

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

Lennox Peat 4 Year Old 2018 - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.06 vs £31.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Lennox?

Lennox Peat 4 Year Old 2018 - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Smokey

Only Lennox Peat 4 Year Old 2018 - Mystery Malt (Murray McDavid)

Cooked FruitSherriedToasted

Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

MedicinalOilyLeathery

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