Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling)
Walsh
★ 4.53
£37
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Walsh |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £47.9 | £36.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.53/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.53).
The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling) is better value at £37 vs £48.
For beginners: The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling) is more approachable (100/100 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 £36.71)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.71 vs £47.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 The?
The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only The Irishman Single Malt Irish Whiskey (Old Bottling)