Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky
North Star Spirits
£66
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 52.8% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £47.9 | £65.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £66.
For beginners: Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky 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 £65.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£65.75 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Islay?
Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Islay Connections Blended Malt 2015 / 10 Year Old / North Star Islay Whisky