Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£57
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.37 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £57.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.37 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £57.37)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 2844+2845) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021