Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£42
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £41.56 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £48.
For beginners: Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.56 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £41.56)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 715728 & 715734) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021