Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm Mòr vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm MòrBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryLoch LomondBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV58%52.8%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£76.22£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm Mòr

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm Mòr

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 £76.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm Mòr is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm Mòr

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£76.22 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 £76.22)

Cons

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

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm Mòr 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 Inchmurrin 11 Year Old (cask 2996) - Dràm Mòr

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitNutty

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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