Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryBig PeatTomatin
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%50%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£47.9£59.5
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £60.

For beginners: Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (60/100 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 £59.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.5 vs £47.9)
  • 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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Tomatin 10 Year Old 2013 - The Cooper's Choice The Golden Cut Collection (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SherriedHoneyToastedVanillaDried Fruit

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