Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£40
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £39.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Islay Distillery 10 Year Old 2012 (Masters of Malt) 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
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