Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Balblair
£45
| Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weeknight Whisky | Balblair |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | 8 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
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 £45.
For beginners: Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (75/100 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
Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.95 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 Balblair?
Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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
Only Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Where to buy
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 7 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange