Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Balblair
£63
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 4 yr | NAS |
| Price | £62.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
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 £63.
For beginners: Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.95 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 £62.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18004) - Malts Of Scotland 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
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