Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Glen Spey
£63
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Spey |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 56.8% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
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 £63.
For beginners: Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie is more approachable (55/100 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 £62.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.95 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 Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie 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 Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie