Big Peat at Christmas 2012 vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2012The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
DistilleryBig PeatThe Epicurean
RegionIslayLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV53.6%58.6%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.74£47.89
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2012

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2012

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat at Christmas 2012 is better value at £48 vs £48.

For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2012 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Big Peat at Christmas 2012

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£47.74 vs £47.89)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.89 vs £47.74)

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat at Christmas 2012 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 The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2012

MedicinalOily

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

ToastedSherriedChocolate

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