Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Four Roses
★ 4.25
£45
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Four Roses | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £44.9 | £31.95 |
| Rating | 4.25/5 | 5.00/5 |
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £45.
For beginners: Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.9 vs £31.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof 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
Both taste of
Only Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange