Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Filliers
★ 3.75
£33
| Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weeknight Whisky | Filliers |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Belgium |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £33.38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.75/5 |
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £33.
For beginners: Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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)
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £33.38)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£33.38 vs £31.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 Goldlys?
Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Only Goldlys 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (cask 2632) - Distillers Range