Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£72
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Moray |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 54.1% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
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 £72.
For beginners: Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (65/100 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 £71.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 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 Glen?
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 70900071) - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)