Big Peat 10 Year Old vs Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

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

Big Peat 10 Year OldGlen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryBig PeatGlen Moray
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%57.3%
Age10 yr13 yr
Price£61.85£54.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Smoke65/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value81/100

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value91/100

Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) is better value at £55 vs £62.

For beginners: Big Peat 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£61.85 vs £54.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £61.85)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) 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 Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokeyOilyKipperyVegetative

Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Where to buy

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

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