Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Ardmore
£65
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 52.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £64.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £65.
For beginners: Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 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 £64.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16980) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
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