Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
£47
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Big Peat |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory) is better value at £47 vs £48.
For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £46.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bunnhabhain?
Bunnhabhain 8 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #31 (Signatory) 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
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