Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£77
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Blair Athol |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £76.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £77.
For beginners: Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £76.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.95 vs £47.9)
- −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 Blair?
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)