Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club)
Fettercairn
£60
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Fettercairn |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 57.9% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club)
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 £60.
For beginners: Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club) 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 £59.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 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 Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club) 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 Fettercairn 17 Year Old 1995 (The Whisky Club)