Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas)
Longmorn
£47
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 53.1% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £47.47 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas) is better value at £47 vs £48.
For beginners: Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £47.47)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas)
Pros
- +More affordable (£47.47 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas) 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 Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Longmorn 18 Year Old 1995 Cask Strength Edition (Chivas)