Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Tullibardine
£80
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £79.54 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
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 £80.
For beginners: Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.54 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 £79.54)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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 Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 10543993) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021