Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£69
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 59.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £68.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £69.
For beginners: Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 £68.82)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.82 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Mortlach 9 Year Old 2008 (casks 800058 & 800061) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)