Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryGlenlossieBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV59.9%52.8%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£75.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi)

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 £76.

For beginners: Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£75.95 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 £75.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi) 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 Glenlossie 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 35429) - (Adelphi)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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