Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35clWeeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
DistilleryGlen MorayWeeknight Whisky
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
Age12 yr8 yr
Price£25.95£31.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl is better value at £26 vs £32.

For beginners: Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£25.95 vs £31.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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

  • More expensive (£31.95 vs £25.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Glen Moray 12 Year Old 35cl

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeathery

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