Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition
DistilleryBig PeatClynelish
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%46%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£47.9£60.4
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value66/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £60.

For beginners: Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition 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 £60.4)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£60.4 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Clynelish 1993 (bottled 2010) Oloroso Sherry - Distillers Edition

SherriedCooked FruitChocolateToastedVanilla

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