Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl
Aultmore
£27
| Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weeknight Whisky | Aultmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.6% |
| Age | 8 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £26.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl is better value at £27 vs £32.
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
- −More expensive (£31.95 vs £26.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.95 vs £31.95)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl 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 Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) 10cl