Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl)
Loch Lomond
£54
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl)
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 £54.
For beginners: Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl) is more approachable (65/100 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 £54)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£54 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Loch Lomond The 12 Year Old Expressions Gift Pack (3 x 20cl)