North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky
North Star
£68
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £67.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky
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 £68.
For beginners: North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£67.95 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 £67.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy North?
North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky 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 North Star x Ralfy 11 Year Old Blended Malt / Macmillan Charity Bottling Blended Whisky
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