Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
Linkwood
£40
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Linkwood |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £39.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 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 £39.55)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.55 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) 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
Only Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)