Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Surface:Depth 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Surface:Depth |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 51.2% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old is better value at £47 vs £48.
For beginners: Surface:Depth 12 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £46.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Surface:Depth?
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old 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 Surface:Depth 12 Year Old