Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year OldInchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryWeeknight WhiskyInchgower
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
Age8 yr13 yr
Price£31.95£41.74
Rating5.00/5

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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 £42.

For beginners: Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£41.74 vs £31.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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.

Tasting notes

Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeathery

Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

CitricFresh FruitVanillaMalt ExtractHoney

Where to buy

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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