Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky
DistilleryBig PeatBlack Powder Gin
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV52.8%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky is better value at £40 vs £48.

For beginners: Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky is more approachable (100/100 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.9 vs £39.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Glorious?

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky 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

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

HoneySherriedVanillaOld WoodToasted

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