Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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

Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory)Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
DistilleryLoch LomondWeeknight Whisky
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age19 yr8 yr
Price£40.13£31.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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

Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (19 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£40.13 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory) 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 Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeathery

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Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 32) (Signatory)

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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