Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£45
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Ardmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 58.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £44.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −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 Ardlair?
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)