Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£83
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£62
| Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | Big Peat 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £82.83 | £61.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £83.
For beginners: Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.83 vs £61.85)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£61.85 vs £82.83)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Only Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Moray 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 12306) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange