Slipknot No.9 Whiskey vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Slipknot No.9 WhiskeyBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistillerySlipknotBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV45%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£62.69£47.9
Rating4.85/55.00/5

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value77/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.85).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £63.

For beginners: Slipknot No.9 Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.69 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.9 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 £62.69)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Slipknot?

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

VanillaToastedCooked MashHoneyChocolate

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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