Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£73
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Blair Athol |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 58.3% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £73.
For beginners: Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's 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 at Christmas 2021
Only Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 304006) - Auld Goonsy's Malt