Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£40
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £39.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021