Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryMannochmoreBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48%52.8%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£62.94£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £63.

For beginners: Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.94 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 £62.94)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Mannochmore?

Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Mannochmore 13 Year Old (Parcel No.7) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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