Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBig PeatTeaninich
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%47.9%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£47.9£42.95
Rating5.00/53.50/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner60/100
Value81/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).

Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £43 vs £48.

For beginners: Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 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 £42.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £47.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.5 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 Teaninich?

Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Teaninich 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedNuttyCooked Mash

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