Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky
Ben Nevis
£77
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £76.75 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky
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 £77.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£76.75 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 £76.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Ben Nevis 2012 / 12 Year Old / Port Finish / Duncan Taylor Octave Highland Whisky
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021