Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch
Edradour
£75
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £74.83 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
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 £75.
For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£74.83 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £74.83)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single 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
Only Edradour 12 Year Old 2011 Barbaresco Small Batch
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021