Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye WhiskyBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryFilliersBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryBelgiumScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV46.5%52.8%
Age5 yrNAS
Price£35.08£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky is better value at £35 vs £48.

For beginners: Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£35.08 vs £47.9)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 £35.08)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Filliers?

Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 Filliers 5 Year Old Single Rye Whisky

New WoodYeastyToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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