Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryDalmoreBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%52.8%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£58.44£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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 £58.

For beginners: Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£58.44 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 £58.44)

Cons

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

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Dalmore 14 Year Old 2000 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToastedOld Wood

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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