Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish
DistilleryBig PeatTeeling
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV52.8%50%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£47.9£74.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value67/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £75.

For beginners: Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£47.9 vs £74.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£74.95 vs £47.9)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Teeling 13 Year Old Single Grain Red Wine Cask Finish

Cooked FruitVanillaHoneySherriedToasted

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