Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Blair Athol
£70
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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 £70.
For beginners: Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 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 £69.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 13 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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
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