Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryBig PeatThe Vintage Malt Whisky Company
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%46%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£47.9£54
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £54.

For beginners: Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 £54)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£54 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Laggan?

Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinalOily

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Coal-gas

Only Laggan Mill 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 321578) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Kippery

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