Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland Whisky vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland WhiskyBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryGlenturretBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£74.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £75.

For beginners: Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£74.95 vs £47.9)
  • 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £74.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Glenturret 12 Year Old / 2025 Release Highland Whisky

SherriedFresh FruitHoneyCooked Fruit

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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