Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old

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

Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat 10 Year Old
DistilleryAberlourBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV49.7%46%
Age9 yr10 yr
Price£76.95£61.85
Rating5.00/5

Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 10 Year Old

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

Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 £77.

For beginners: Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£76.95 vs £61.85)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £76.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Aberlour?

Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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 Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractSherriedHoneyDried Fruit

Only Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokeyOilyKipperyVegetative

Where to buy

Aberlour 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Big Peat 10 Year Old

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