Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls
DistilleryBig PeatWilliamson
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.8%46%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£47.9£69.5
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

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 £70.

For beginners: Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls is more approachable (50/100 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 £69.5)

Cons

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

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£69.5 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Williamson?

Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

Coal-gasOily

Only Williamson 13 Year Old Islay Blended Malt - Living Souls

KipperyCitric

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