Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Loch Lomond
£45
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 62.8% |
| Age | NAS | 16 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club) is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club) is more approachable (40/100 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 £44.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.8%) — 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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club) 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
Only Inchmurrin 16 Year Old 1996 (The Whisky Club)