Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)
DistilleryBig PeatThe Lost Distillery Company
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.8%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£43.28
Rating5.00/53.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value69/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) is better value at £43 vs £48.

For beginners: Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) is more approachable (75/100 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 £43.28)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£43.28 vs £47.9)

Cons

  • 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 Jericho?

Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Jericho - Classic Selection (The Lost Distillery Company)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

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