Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£59
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £58.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £59.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered 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
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £58.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£58.95 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 Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 181) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)