Ardmore 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 709235) - Fadandel vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 709235) - Fadandel
Ardmore
£80
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Ardmore 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 709235) - Fadandel | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.3% | 52.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £79.5 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 709235) - Fadandel
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ardmore 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 709235) - Fadandel
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 £80.
For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 709235) - Fadandel
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (59.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.5 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 £79.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 709235) - Fadandel 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
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