Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Ezra Brooks
★ 4.75
£30
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £29.75 | £31.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon is better value at £30 vs £32.
For beginners: Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.75 vs £31.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.95 vs £29.75)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Ezra Brooks Black Label Bourbon
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old