Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Linkwood
£86
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£53
| Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58.4% | 54.2% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £85.95 | £52.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 is better value at £53 vs £86.
For beginners: Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£85.95 vs £52.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£52.9 vs £85.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 9) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2022