Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryBig PeatMaster of Malt
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV52.8%41.4%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£47.9£56.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value70/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £57.

For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (90/100 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 affordable (£47.9 vs £56.95)

Cons

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

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.95 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Blended?

Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) 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 at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Blended Scotch Whisky 22 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)

SherriedHoneyCitricToastedVanilla

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