West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release
West Midlands Distillery
£79
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | West Midlands Distillery | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £78.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release
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 £79.
For beginners: West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.95 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 £78.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy West?
West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release 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 West Midlands Distillery First Fill Bourbon Cask - Inaugural Release
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021