Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Glen Elgin
£46
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 52.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £45.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) is better value at £46 vs £48.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — 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 £45.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) 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 Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 801801) - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021