Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition)
Angels' Nectar
£80
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Angels' Nectar | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £79.75 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition)
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 £80.
For beginners: Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.75 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £79.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Angels’?
Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Angels’ Nectar 13 Year Old - Cairngorms Edition (Fourth Edition)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021