Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie) vs Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Tomatin
£34

Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Weeknight Whisky
★ 5.00
£32
| Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie) | Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Weeknight Whisky |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £34.24 | £31.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
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 £34.
For beginners: Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.24 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie) 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 Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Only Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2015 (cask 300055, 300612 & 300617) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Weeknight Whisky Islay 8 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange