Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glentauchers
£68
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glentauchers |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 56.3% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £67.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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 £68.
For beginners: Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 £67.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.95 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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Glentauchers 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 806205) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)