Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Big Peat 10 Year Old

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)Big Peat 10 Year Old
DistilleryCraigellachieBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV49.9%46%
Age12 yr10 yr
Price£65.9£61.85
Rating5.00/5

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 10 Year Old

Smoke65/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value81/100

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £66.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.9 vs £61.85)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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)
  • +More affordable (£61.85 vs £65.9)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

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 Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SherriedDried FruitNuttyHoneyOld Wood

Only Big Peat 10 Year Old

SmokeyOilyKipperyVegetative

Where to buy

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 307703 & 307704) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Big Peat 10 Year Old

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