Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£80
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£62
| Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Big Peat 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £79.99 | £61.85 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £80.
For beginners: Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.99 vs £61.85)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.85 vs £79.99)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (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 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Only Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 1994 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange