Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2 vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2
Waterford Distillery
★ 5.00
£73
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2 | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Waterford Distillery | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £73.13 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £73.
For beginners: Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£73.13 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 £73.13)
- +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 Waterford?
Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Only Waterford Single Farm Origin - Ballykilcavan 1.2
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021