Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryChorlton WhiskyBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV63.1%52.8%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£53.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

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 £54.

For beginners: Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (63.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£53.95 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 £53.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Orkney?

Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) 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 Orkney 9 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanillaToastedNutty

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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