Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£61
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Douglas Laing |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £60.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £61.
For beginners: Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £60.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.95 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 Probably?
Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Probably Orkney's Finest Distillery 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13781) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)