Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - 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
Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£79
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Douglas Laing |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 59.9% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £78.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £79.
For beginners: Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (40/100 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £78.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Secret?
Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Secret Lowland 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 20085) Fanatical About Flavour Cask Strength - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)