Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)Big Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryJohnny Drum Distiling Co.Big Peat
RegionIslay
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV50.5%52.8%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£51.5£47.9
Rating4.27/55.00/5

Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value83/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.27).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £52.

For beginners: Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£51.5 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 £51.5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Johnny?

Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl) 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 Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt Extract

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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