Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£68
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Strathisla |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 56.9% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £68.07 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £68.
For beginners: Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £68.07)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.07 vs £47.9)
- −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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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 Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)