Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Macduff
£46
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Macduff | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 61.3% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £45.5 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £46 vs £48.
For beginners: Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.5 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £45.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Macduff?
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger 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 Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021