Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£51
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Signatory |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £51.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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 £51.
For beginners: Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £51.1)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.1 vs £47.9)
- −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 Secret?
Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 Secret Speyside 14 Year Old 2009 (cask DRU 17/A195 #144-148) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)