Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Edradour
£42
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 56.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £41.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask is better value at £42 vs £48.
For beginners: Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask is more approachable (55/100 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 £41.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −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 Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 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 Edradour 13 Year Old 1997 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask