A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky)
Uncharted Whisky
£67
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Uncharted Whisky | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
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 £67.
For beginners: A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy A?
A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky) 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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only A Speyside Distillery 12 Year Old 2013 - Speys Oddity (Uncharted Whisky)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021