Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory
Aultmore
£35
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Aultmore |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £34.72 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory is better value at £35 vs £48.
For beginners: Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory is more approachable (85/100 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 £34.72)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.72 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 303222 & 303225) - Signatory