Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Ardmore
£62
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Ardmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 51.5% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £61.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £62.
For beginners: Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 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 £61.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£61.95 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Ardmore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 335) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)