White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryWhite Peak DistilleryBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.1%52.8%
Age7 yrNAS
Price£74.95£47.9
Rating5.00/5

White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £75.

For beginners: White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£74.95 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.9 vs £74.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy White?

White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) 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.

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 White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh FruitToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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