Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Glenmorangie
★ 3.88
£80
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Glenmorangie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.88/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.88).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £72 vs £80.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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 £79.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange