Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - 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
Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£67
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 56.1% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £66.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £67.
For beginners: Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £66.94)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.94 vs £47.9)
- −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 Braeval?
Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - 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 Braeval 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 27768) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)