Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£55
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 61.3% | 49.7% |
| Age | 8 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £72.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 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 £54.95)
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£54.95 vs £71.95)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange