Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Caol Ila
£77
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Big Peat |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £76.92 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
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 £77.
For beginners: Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£76.92 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £76.92)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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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