Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Inchgower
£40
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £31.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £40.
For beginners: Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£39.95 vs £31.95)
- −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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
Inchgower 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 801491 & 801492) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange