Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Rock Island
£39
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Big Peat |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 52.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.88 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £39 vs £48.
For beginners: Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£38.88 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £38.88)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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
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