Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve
Lismore
£25
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lismore | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 5 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £24.95 | £31.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Quick verdict
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve is better value at £25 vs £32.
For beginners: Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£24.95 vs £31.95)
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 £24.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Lismore?
Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Lismore 5 Year Old Special Reserve
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old