Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryTamdhuBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.9%52.8%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£73.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

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 £74.

For beginners: Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£73.95 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 £73.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Tamdhu?

Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Tamdhu 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 800069) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SherriedDried FruitHoneyToastedNutty

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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