Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Tomatin
£60
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 52.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.5 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £60.
For beginners: Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.5 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £59.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (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 Highland character.
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 Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021