That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£55
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £54.99 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set
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 £55.
For beginners: That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.99 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 £54.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy That?
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 That Boutique-y Whisky Company Chinese New Year 12 Dram Gift Set
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