Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Glen Garioch
£70
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
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 £70.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 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 £69.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) 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
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