Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Blair Athol
£78
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Blair Athol |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 50.6% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £77.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £78.
For beginners: Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 £77.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.95 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Blair Athol 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 6132) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)