The High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

The High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of VoodooBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryBrave New SpiritsBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.6%52.8%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£71.33£47.9
Rating5.00/5

The High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

The High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo

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 £71.

For beginners: The High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£71.33 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 £71.33)

Cons

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

Who should buy The?

The High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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 High Priest 8 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo

SherriedCooked FruitVanillaMalt ExtractHoney

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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