Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland
Macduff
£66
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Macduff |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 52.1% |
| Age | NAS | 5 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £65.68 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland
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 £66.
For beginners: Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland 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 £65.68)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.68 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 Macduff?
Macduff 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland 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 2013 (bottled 2018) (cask 18013) - Malts Of Scotland