Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Deanston
£60
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Deanston |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 57.5% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
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 £60.
For beginners: Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) 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 £59.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 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 Deanston?
Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) 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 Deanston 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 800044) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)