Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryBriottetBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£42.75£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree) is better value at £43 vs £48.

For beginners: Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£42.75 vs £47.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.9 vs £42.75)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Briottet?

Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree) 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 Briottet Liqueur de Sapin (Fir Tree)

Green-HouseFresh FruitVegetative

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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