Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £44.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021