Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old Whiskey vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old WhiskeyBig Peat at Christmas 2021
DistilleryBenjamin ChapmanBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryCanadaScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV45%52.8%
Age7 yrNAS
Price£52£47.9
Rating5.00/5

Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £52.

For beginners: Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old Whiskey

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£52 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £52)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Benjamin?

Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

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.

Tasting notes

Only Benjamin Chapman 7 Year Old Whiskey

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

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