Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Aberfeldy
★ 4.00
£100
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£62
| Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Big Peat 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £61.85 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £100.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £61.85)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.85 vs £99.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Big?
Big Peat 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Aberfeldy 7 Year Old 2015 (cask 1203) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange