Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr
Tomintoul
£77
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Tomintoul |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 56.1% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £76.69 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr
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 £77.
For beginners: Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr is more approachable (40/100 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £76.69)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.69 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr 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 Tomintoul 13 Year Old (cask 900142) - Dràm Mòr