Dunville's Three Crowns vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Dunville's Three CrownsBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryDunville'sBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV43.5%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£44£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Dunville's Three Crowns

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Dunville's Three Crowns

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dunville's Three Crowns is better value at £44 vs £48.

For beginners: Dunville's Three Crowns is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Dunville's Three Crowns

Pros

  • +More affordable (£44 vs £47.9)

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 £44)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Dunville's?

Dunville's Three Crowns 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

Only Dunville's Three Crowns

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh FruitHoneyToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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