Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryGlenlossieBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV51.1%52.8%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£69.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

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 £70.

For beginners: Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 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 £69.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7) 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 Glenlossie 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 9603) - Monologue (Chapter 7)

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyFresh FruitToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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