Surface:Depth 12 Year Old vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Surface:Depth 12 Year Old | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Surface:Depth | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old is better value at £47 vs £48.
For beginners: Surface:Depth 12 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £46.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Surface:Depth?
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old 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 Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021