Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Glen Garioch
£40
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 52.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — 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 £39.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) 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 Glen Garioch 8 Year Old 2014 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021