Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits
Macduff
★ 5.00
£54
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Macduff |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 55.2% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £53.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £54.
For beginners: Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £53.76)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£53.76 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Macduff?
Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits 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 Macduff 11 Year Old 2006 - North Star Spirits