Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Craigellachie
£46
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Craigellachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £45.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £46 vs £48.
For beginners: Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £45.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)