Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia
£65
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 54% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £65.01 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
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 £65.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid) 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 £65.01)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.01 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 Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid) 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 Scotia 17 Year Old 1991 - Mission (Murray McDavid)