Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living SoulsBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryWilliamsonBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%52.8%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£69.5£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £70.

For beginners: Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.5 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 £69.5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Williamson?

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

KipperyCitric

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Coal-gasOily

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