Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Tomatin
★ 4.33
£57
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Tomatin |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 58.2% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £56.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £57.
For beginners: Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask 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 £56.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£56.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask 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 Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask