Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 4.50
£36
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 65.2% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £35.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is better value at £36 vs £48.
For beginners: Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +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 £35.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£35.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (65.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Secret?
Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (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
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Secret Speyside 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)