Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance)
Edradour
£60
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance)
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 £60.
For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £47.9)
- −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 affordable (£47.9 vs £59.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Edradour 12 Year Old (Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021