Big Peat at Christmas 2022 vs Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£53

Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Loch Lomond
£83
| Big Peat at Christmas 2022 | Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 51.7% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £52.9 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 is better value at £53 vs £83.
For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2022 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£52.9 vs £82.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £52.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 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 Croftengea?
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits 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
Both taste of
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Only Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Where to buy
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange