Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Dailuaine
★ 4.50
£40
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Dailuaine |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 58.4% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £39.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −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 Dailuaine?
Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (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 at Christmas 2021
Only Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)