Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory)
Loch Lomond
£35
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.8% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.61 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory) is better value at £35 vs £48.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.61 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −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 £34.61)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Inchmurrin 15 Year Old 1996 Cask 28 (Signatory)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021