Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old

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

Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)Big Peat 10 Year Old
DistilleryGlen MorayBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV53.3%46%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£86.5£61.85
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Smoke65/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value81/100

Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £87.

For beginners: Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£86.5 vs £61.85)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£61.85 vs £86.5)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) 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 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

SherriedCooked FruitMalt Extract

Only Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokeyOilyKipperyVegetative

Where to buy

Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2014 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

Big Peat 10 Year Old

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