Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Edradour
★ 1.00
£41
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 56.4% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £40.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 1.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask is better value at £41 vs £48.
For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask is more approachable (40/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £40.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£40.95 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (1.0 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 Edradour?
Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 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 Edradour 12 Year Old 1997 Madeira Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask