Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£43
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £42.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £43 vs £48.
For beginners: Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 £42.76)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£42.76 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2009 (casks 317315 & 317319) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)