Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)
DistilleryBig PeatConnemara
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%58.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£64.75
Rating5.00/54.73/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value73/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.73).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £65.

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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.9 vs £64.75)

Cons

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

Connemara Turf Mor (58.2%)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£64.75 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

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 Turf Mor (58.2%) 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

SmokeyMedicinalOily

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Coal-gas

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