Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Mannochmore
£74
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mannochmore | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £73.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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 £74.
For beginners: Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£73.95 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 £73.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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 Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 2317201/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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