Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Aberlour
★ 4.00
£51
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£62
| Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Big Peat 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Big Peat |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 46% |
| Age | 19 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £51.45 | £61.85 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £51 vs £62.
For beginners: Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£51.45 vs £61.85)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£61.85 vs £51.45)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Aberlour 19 Year Old 1990 Cask 101774 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange