Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Filliers
£28
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filliers | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Belgium | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £27.71 | £31.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) is better value at £28 vs £32.
For beginners: Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.71 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 £27.71)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Goldlys?
Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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 Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (cask 2655)
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old