Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010
DistilleryBig PeatPulteney
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£47.9£44.98
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010

Smoke66/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 is better value at £45 vs £48.

For beginners: Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 is more approachable (55/100 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 £44.98)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£44.98 vs £47.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Old?

Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010 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 Old Pulteney 10 Year Old Flotilla Vintage 2010

VanillaFresh FruitKipperyNew WoodFragant

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