Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Circumstance
★ 5.00
£45
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Circumstance |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 52.8% | 55.1% |
| Age | NAS | 3 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.9 vs £44.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −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 Circumstance?
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) 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 Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)