Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£57
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 58.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £57.37 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £57 vs £72.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £57.37)
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.37 vs £71.95)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange