Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
New Riff
£65
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | New Riff |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.8% | 52.9% |
| Age | NAS | 4 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £65.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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 £65.
For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (65/100 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £65.18)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.18 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)