Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Ardmore
£55
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 52.8% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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 £55.
For beginners: Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 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 £54.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 707918) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 Big Peat at Christmas 2021