Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryHunter LaingBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV46%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£49.5£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)

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 £50.

For beginners: Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.5 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 £49.5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Campbeltown?

Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Both taste of

SmokeyOily

Only Campbeltown Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)

LeatheryToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

MedicinalCoal-gas

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