Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryThe Lost Distillery CompanyBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£59.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery 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 £60.

For beginners: Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.95 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £59.95)

Cons

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

Who should buy Jericho?

Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Jericho - Archivist's Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Malt ExtractToastedNuttyOld Wood

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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