Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Moray
£79
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.6% | 52.8% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £79.29 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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 £79.
For beginners: Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.29 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £79.29)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Glen Moray 19 Year Old 1991 (cask 2997) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021