Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 60.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — 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 £39.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch) 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 Longmorn 11 Year Old 1997 - (Bladnoch)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021