Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2)
Never Say Die
★ 5.00
£79
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Never Say Die | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £78.94 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £79.
For beginners: Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.94 vs £47.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £78.94)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Never?
Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2) 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 Never Say Die Barrel Strength Whiskey (Barrel No. 2)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021