Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release)
Springbank
★ 4.50
£57
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Big Peat |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £56.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £57.
For beginners: Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£56.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 £56.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release) 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 Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Batch 21 (2020 Release)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021