Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£45
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Big Peat |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 £44.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Both taste of
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