Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Longmorn
£53
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £53.23 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
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 £53.
For beginners: Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£53.23 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 £53.23)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Longmorn 18 Year Old 1992 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021