Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey
Fercullen
★ 5.00
£35
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Fercullen |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.8% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £47.9 | £34.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £35 vs £48.
For beginners: Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 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 £34.82)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.82 vs £47.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Fercullen?
Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey 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
Only Fercullen Falls Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey