Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£69
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 61.8% |
| Age | NAS | 5 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £68.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £69.
For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £68.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.95 vs £47.9)
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 Peatside?
Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Both taste of
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Peatside 5 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)