Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryInvergordonBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV65.1%52.8%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£53.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £54.

For beginners: Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (65.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£53.95 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £53.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

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 Invergordon 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

VanillaMalt ExtractHoneyFresh FruitToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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