Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Port Dundas
★ 5.00
£39
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Dundas | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.66 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory) is better value at £39 vs £48.
For beginners: Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.66 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £38.66)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Port?
Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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
Only Port Dundas 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 585869 & 585874) (Signatory)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021