Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram)
Mannochmore
£68
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Mannochmore |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £67.58 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram)
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: Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram) 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 £67.58)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.58 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 Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram) 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 Mannochmore 14 Year Old 2007 (Mossburn) (Drinks by the Dram)