Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
The London Distillery Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | The London Distillery Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 61.8% |
| Age | NAS | 5 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £67.2 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £67.
For beginners: The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition 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 £67.2)
- +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 London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.2 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 London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask 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
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