Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£53
| Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weeknight Whisky | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £52.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £53.
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
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £52.85)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.85 vs £31.95)
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange