Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses
DistilleryBig PeatConnemara
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£58.94
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value85/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £59.

For beginners: Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£47.9 vs £58.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£58.94 vs £47.9)
  • 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 Connemara?

Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyOily

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

MedicinalCoal-gas

Only Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses

VegetativeLeathery

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