House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
The Whisky Cellar
★ 5.00
£50
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Whisky Cellar | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £50.
For beginners: House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy House?
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar 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 2021 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 House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021