Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Aberlour
★ 4.00
£51
| Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weeknight Whisky | Aberlour |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 54.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £51.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £51.
For beginners: Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 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
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£51.45 vs £31.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Only Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange