Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryDestillerie Ralf HauerBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryGermanyScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV64.1%52.8%
Age4 yrNAS
Price£72.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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 £73.

For beginners: Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (64.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 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 £72.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Destillerie?

Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Destillerie Ralf Hauer 4 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedToastedVanillaCooked FruitNew Wood

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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