Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Inchgower
£59
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 52.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.42 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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 £59.
For beginners: Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.42 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £59.42)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 803609) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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
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