Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glenrothes
★ 5.00
£69
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glenrothes |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 62.8% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £68.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £69.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £68.82)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.82 vs £47.9)
- −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 The?
The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 The Glenrothes 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 170) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)