Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Glengoyne
★ 4.00
£40

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £31.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £40.
For beginners: Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £31.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £39.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
Glengoyne 8 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange