Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky
Milk & Honey
£75
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Milk & Honey | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £74.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
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 £75.
For beginners: Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£74.95 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 £74.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Milk?
Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Both taste of
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