Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Glenburgie
★ 5.00
£77
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 52.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £77.16 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £77.
For beginners: Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.16 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £77.16)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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 Glenburgie 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12827) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021