Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6 vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistillerySamuel Gulliver & CoBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£77£47.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value65/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

For beginners: Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£77 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 £77)
  • +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 Samuel?

Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Samuel Gulliver & Co. England's No.6

Fresh FruitCooked FruitVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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