Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryEvan WilliamsBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%52.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£46.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £47 vs £48.

For beginners: Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£46.95 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 £46.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Evan?

Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Evan Williams Green Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

VanillaToastedHoneyNutty

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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