Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Brackla
£45
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brackla | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £44.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021