Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose
Unknown Origin Whisky
£54
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Unknown Origin Whisky | Big Peat |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.6% | 52.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £53.85 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose
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 £54.
For beginners: Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£53.85 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £53.85)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose 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.
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 Blended Malt 6 Year Old 2017 - Cut Your Wolf Loose
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021