Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£69
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 61.8% | 52.8% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £68.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £69.
For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.95 vs £47.9)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £68.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Peatside?
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
Only Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021