Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glen Elgin
£73
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Elgin |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 59% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £72.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £73.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £72.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.5 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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Glen Elgin 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 807729) - Glens & Valleys (Berry Bros. & Rudd)