Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%) vs Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%)
Craigellachie
£110
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%) | Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Darkness |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.2% | 61.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £71.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%)
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 £110.
For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 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 £109.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%)
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (62.2%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange