Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBig PeatThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV52.8%44%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£47.9£54.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value73/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £55.

For beginners: It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 £54.95)

Cons

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

It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.95 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 It's?

It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only It's a Small World Whisky Blend 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaYeastyToasted

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