Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition
Maker's Mark
£76
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Maker's Mark |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 52.8% | 55.4% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £47.9 | £75.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition
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 £76.
For beginners: Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition is more approachable (40/100 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 £75.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£75.5 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Maker’s?
Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition 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 Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series – London Edition