Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (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 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
Glen Spey
£63
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Spey |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 52.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (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 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie) 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 £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 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — 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 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie) 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 Spey 12 Year Old 2014 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)