Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Dufftown
£67
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Dufftown |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 55.1% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £66.74 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
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 £67.
For beginners: Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 £66.74)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.74 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 Singleton?
Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 Singleton of Dufftown 17 Year Old (Special Release 2020)