Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Aberfeldy
£43
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Aberfeldy |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £43.41 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £43 vs £48.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £43.41)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£43.41 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 Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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 Aberfeldy 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 16904) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)