Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Brackla
£45
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Brackla |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 54.1% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (50/100 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 £44.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Royal Brackla 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)