Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)
East London Liquor Company
£77
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | East London Liquor Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 52.8% | 57.6% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £47.9 | £76.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £77.
For beginners: East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) is more approachable (40/100 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 £76.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.5 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 East?
East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57) 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 East London Liquor Co. Chardonnay London Rye Whisky (cask 57)