Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£60
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 54% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt)
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 £60.
For beginners: An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt) 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 £59.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 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 An?
An English Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - World Cup Edition (Master of Malt) 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
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