Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Glenburgie
£55
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 52.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £55.18 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
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 £55.
For beginners: Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£55.18 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 £55.18)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenburghie?
Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid) 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 Glenburghie 18 Year Old 1989 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021