Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
White Peak Distillery
£75
| Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | White Peak Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £47.9 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £75.
For beginners: White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (40/100 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 £74.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.95 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 White?
White Peak 7 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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