Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Copeland
★ 5.00
£36
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Copeland | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £35.75 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £36 vs £48.
For beginners: Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.75 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £35.75)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Copeland?
Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey 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 Copeland Merchants' Quay Blended Irish Whiskey
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021