Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryBen NevisBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.1%52.8%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£50.5£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory)

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 £51.

For beginners: Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£50.5 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 £50.5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory) 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 Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #63 (Signatory)

SherriedVanillaDried FruitToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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