The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryDecadent DrinksBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%52.8%
Age17 yrNAS
Price£68.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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 £69.

For beginners: The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£68.95 vs £47.9)
  • 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £68.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy The?

The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 The Teuchter 17 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SherriedCooked FruitChocolateTobaccoDried Fruit

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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