Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryInvergordonBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV55.4%52.8%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£37.95£47.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £38 vs £48.

For beginners: Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £47.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.9 vs £37.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Invergordon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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