Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old

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

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)Big Peat 10 Year Old
DistilleryInchgowerBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV54.2%46%
Age17 yr10 yr
Price£88.95£61.85
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Smoke65/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value81/100

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £89.

For beginners: Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£88.95 vs £61.85)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£61.85 vs £88.95)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SherriedCooked FruitHoney

Only Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokeyOilyKipperyVegetative

Where to buy

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Big Peat 10 Year Old

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