The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
The London Distillery Company
★ 5.00
£67
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The London Distillery Company | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 61.8% | 52.8% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £67.2 | £47.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £67.
For beginners: The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.2 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 £67.2)
- +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 The?
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition 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 The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021