Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Strathmill
£74
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathmill | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £73.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £74.
For beginners: Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£73.95 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 £73.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Strathmill?
Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Strathmill 13 Year Old 2004 (batch 18/020) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021