Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Ninefold
£65
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ninefold | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £64.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
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 £65.
For beginners: Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £64.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ninefold?
Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Ninefold 3 Year Old Single Pot Still / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021