Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask
DistilleryBig PeatRetribution Distilling Co.
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%53%
AgeNAS3 yr
Price£47.9£77
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask

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 £77.

For beginners: Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask is more approachable (50/100 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 £77)

Cons

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

Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£77 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 Retribution?

Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask 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

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Retribution 3 Year Old (cask W006) - Oloroso Cask

SherriedNuttyCooked FruitHoneyMalt Extract

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