Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old
DistilleryBig PeatWhisky Works
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV52.8%46.4%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£47.9£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

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 £73.

For beginners: Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 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 £72.95)

Cons

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

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Whisky?

Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Whisky Works Quartermaster 11 Year Old

SherriedVanillaCooked FruitHoneyNutty

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