Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBig PeatLoch Lomond
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV52.8%52.4%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£41.95
Rating5.00/51.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value24/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £42 vs £48.

For beginners: Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (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
  • +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 £41.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £47.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (1.0 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (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

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Loch Lomond - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitCitricVanillaToastedNutty

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