Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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

Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
DistilleryMortlachWeeknight Whisky
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age10 yr8 yr
Price£49.71£31.95
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner65/100
Value60/100

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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

Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is better value at £32 vs £50.

For beginners: Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.71 vs £31.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.0 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

NuttyMalt ExtractHoneyToastedOld Wood

Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeathery

Where to buy

Mortlach 10 Years Old 2000 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old

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