Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48

Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)
Johnny Drum Distiling Co.
★ 4.27
£52
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Johnny Drum Distiling Co. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.8% | 50.5% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £51.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.27/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.27).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £52.
For beginners: Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl) is more approachable (50/100 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 £51.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£51.5 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Johnny?
Johnny Drum Private Stock (70cl) 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
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