Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
£44
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £43.77 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £44 vs £48.
For beginners: Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£43.77 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £43.77)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila & Tamdhu - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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
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