Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie
Miltonduff
£41
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Miltonduff |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £41.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie is better value at £41 vs £48.
For beginners: Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie is more approachable (65/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £41.45)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.45 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Miltonduff?
Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Miltonduff 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1151, 800697 & 800700) - James Eadie