Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Lochnagar
£28
| Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weeknight Whisky | Lochnagar |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £31.95 | £27.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £28 vs £32.
For beginners: Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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
- −More expensive (£31.95 vs £27.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.95 vs £31.95)
- +Longer maturation (11 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 Royal?
Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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 Royal Lochnagar 11 Year Old 1998 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)