Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glen Ord
£48
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Ord |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £48.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
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 £48.
For beginners: Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 £48.05)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.05 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 Glen?
Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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 Glen Ord 18 Year Old 1989 Cask 3336 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)