Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022 vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryNinkasiBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryFranceScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV50.3%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£66.5£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £67.

For beginners: Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£66.5 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 £66.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Ninkasi?

Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022 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 Ninkasi Whisky Small Batch 2022

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanillaToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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