Big Peat 20cl vs Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Big Peat 20clHankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryBig PeatInver House
RegionIslayOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£14£19.5
Rating4.16/5

Big Peat 20cl

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Big Peat 20cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (4.16 vs 0.00).

Big Peat 20cl is better value at £14 vs £20.

For beginners: Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Big Peat 20cl

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£14 vs £19.5)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£19.5 vs £14)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat 20cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Hankey?

Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat 20cl

SmokeyLeatheryOld Wood

Only Hankey Bannister Blended Scotch Whisky

VanillaMalt ExtractHoneyToasted

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