Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive
DistilleryBig PeatThe English Distillery
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%57%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£47.9£76.59
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value65/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £77.

For beginners: The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£47.9 vs £76.59)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

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

The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£76.59 vs £47.9)
  • 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 The?

The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive 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 The English 7 Year Old - Rolls Royce Exclusive

SherriedVanillaToastedOld Wood

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