Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010 vs Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010
Bowmore
£100
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
| Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010 | Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Darkness |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 61.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £71.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £72 vs £100.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Darkness!?
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
Bowmore 12 Years Old - Open Day 2010
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange