Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt
Wave Distil
£74
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Wave Distil |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Belgium |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 62% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £73.6 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt
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 £74.
For beginners: Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt is more approachable (55/100 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 £73.6)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£73.6 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 Wave?
Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Only Wave 10 Year Old August 17th Titus Single Malt