Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Darkness
★ 5.00
£72
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
The Macallan
★ 4.05
£75
| Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Darkness | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £74.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.05/5 |
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Quick verdict
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.05).
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is better value at £72 vs £75.
For beginners: The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask is more approachable (75/100 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 £74.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£74.99 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Only The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Where to buy
Darkness! Broadbay 8 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange