Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 4.40
£37
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 66% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £36.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.40/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is better value at £37 vs £48.
For beginners: A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £36.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£36.95 vs £47.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (66%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 A?
A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (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 A Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)