Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie)
Craigellachie
£43
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie) | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £42.83 | £31.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
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 £43.
For beginners: Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£42.83 vs £31.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie)
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2008 – The New Star (James Eadie)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange