Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benriach
★ 5.00
£60
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Benriach |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 51.7% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £60.
For beginners: BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £47.9)
- −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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
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