Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful
Teaninich
£64

Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 60.4% | 52.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £63.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful
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 £64.
For beginners: Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (60.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£63.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £63.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful 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 Teaninich 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 707390) - Rest & Be Thankful
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021