The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryThe GospelBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryAustraliaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV58.6%52.8%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£76.95£47.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner40/100
Value65/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £77.

For beginners: The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£76.95 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 £76.95)
  • +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 The?

The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 The Gospel 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Cooked FruitVanillaNew WoodToastedDried Fruit

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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