Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Cameron Bridge
£78
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Cameron Bridge |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 52.8% | 51.9% |
| Age | NAS | 36 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £77.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
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 £78.
For beginners: Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 £77.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Cameronbridge?
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) 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 Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1982 (cask 8289) - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)