Big Peat at Christmas 2021 vs Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon

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

Big Peat at Christmas 2021Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon
DistilleryBig PeatYellow Rose
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV52.8%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.9£64.5
Rating5.00/54.20/5

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

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

Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner65/100
Value65/100

Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).

Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £65.

For beginners: Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon is more approachable (65/100 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 £64.5)

Cons

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

Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.5 vs £47.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.2 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 Yellow?

Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021

SmokeyMedicinalCoal-gasOily

Only Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon

VanillaToastedNew WoodCooked Mash

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