Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Benrinnes
£64
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Benrinnes |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 51.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £63.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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 £64.
For beginners: Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 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 £63.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£63.95 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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 Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 11639/019/2011) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)