Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021
DistilleryBig PeatBig Peat
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.8%53.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value100/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021 is better value at £47 vs £48.

For beginners: Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.9 vs £46.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £47.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Big?

Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Coal-gasOily

Only Big Peat The Peatrichor Edition - Fèis Ìle 2021

Mossy

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