Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old vs Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast
Timorous Beastie
£46
| Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weeknight Whisky | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 54.9% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £31.95 | £45.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast
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 £46.
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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£45.95 vs £31.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Only Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast
Where to buy
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Timorous Beastie - Meet the Beast
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange