Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt
DistilleryBig PeatLindrum International
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.8%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£47.9£49.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £50.

For beginners: Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt is more approachable (75/100 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 £49.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £47.9)
  • 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 Lindrum?

Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Lindrum 12 Year Old Blended Malt

SherriedFresh FruitHoneyToastedMalt Extract

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