Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Ian Macleod
★ 4.00
£70
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Ian Macleod |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 55.6% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £70.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £70.
For beginners: The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) 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 £70.45)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£70.45 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?
The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod) 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 The Cigar Malt 15 Year Old - Chieftain's Ian MacLeod)