Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt
DistilleryBig PeatJ and A Mitchell
RegionIslayCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.8%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£40.95
Rating5.00/54.71/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).

Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt is better value at £41 vs £48.

For beginners: Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.9 vs £40.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£40.95 vs £47.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Campbeltown?

Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

MedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt

LeatherySherried

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