Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Amrut
★ 5.00
£59
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 62.8% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £59.27 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £59.
For beginners: Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.27 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £59.27)
- +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 Amrut?
Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish) 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 Amrut 2009 (cask 3437 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Ex-Bourbon Cask Finish)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021