Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Penelope Bourbon
£42
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Penelope Bourbon | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | 3 yr | NAS |
| Price | £41.5 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £42 vs £48.
For beginners: Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.5 vs £47.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £41.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Penelope?
Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon 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 Penelope Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021