Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3
Kyrö Distillery Company
★ 5.00
£56
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Kyrö Distillery Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Finland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 52.8% | 52% |
| Age | NAS | 4 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £55.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £56.
For beginners: Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £55.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£55.5 vs £47.9)
- −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 Kyrö?
Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3 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 Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3