Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Teaninich
£67
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 51.5% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
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: Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt 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)
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.95 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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt 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 Teaninich 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 709849) - Auld Goonsy's Malt