Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryAllt-á-BhainneBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%52.8%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£79.01£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £79.

For beginners: Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.01 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £79.01)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Allt-á-Bhainne?

Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 18092) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedOld WoodSherried

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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