Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Timorous Beastie
★ 3.00
£44
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 54.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £47.9 | £43.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023 is better value at £44 vs £48.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 £43.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Pros
- +More affordable (£43.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023 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 Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023