Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Aberlour
★ 5.00
£72
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 52.8% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £71.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £72.
For beginners: Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £71.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 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 Aberlour 19 Year Old 1992 (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021