Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£52
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Big Peat |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £51.95 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £52.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.95 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 £51.95)
- +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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin 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 Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Highlands Origin
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021