Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Auchentoshan
£74
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£62
| Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) | Big Peat 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Big Peat |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £73.54 | £61.85 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £74.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£73.54 vs £61.85)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £73.54)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) 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 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 Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Only Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Auchentoshan 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 700427) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange