Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Keeble Cask Company
£66
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Keeble Cask Company | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
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 £66.
For beginners: Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.95 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 £65.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Indiana?
Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask 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 Indiana Rye 5 Year Old 2017 Virgin American Oak (cask 1) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021