Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£37
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.8% | 45.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £36.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits is better value at £37 vs £48.
For beginners: Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits 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 £36.75)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.75 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 Tarot?
Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Tarot Blend 12 Year Old 2010 "The Magician" - North Star Spirits