Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Dufftown
£42
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Dufftown |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £41.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses is better value at £42 vs £48.
For beginners: Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses is more approachable (75/100 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 £41.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −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 Singleton?
Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old Gift Pack with 2x Glasses