Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Vintage Malt Whisky Company
£54
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Vintage Malt Whisky Company | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £54.
For beginners: Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£54 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £54)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Laggan?
Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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
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