Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryGlendullanBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV53.4%52.8%
Age19 yrNAS
Price£68.82£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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 £69.

For beginners: Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£68.82 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 £68.82)

Cons

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

Who should buy Glendullan?

Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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 Glendullan 19 Year Old 1996 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt ExtractCitric

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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