Big Peat at Christmas 2017
- Distillery
- Big Peat
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended Malt
- ABV
- 54.1%
- Price
- £56.09
- Community rating
- 4.89 / 5 (9 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Leathery, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- Big Peat at Christmas 2019 is Douglas Laing's festive blended malt pairing seven Islay single malts—including Ardbeg, Bowmore, Caol Ila, and Port Ellen—at 53.7% ABV. The high strength amplifies the maritime peat and smoke that define Islay's character.
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ABV
54.1%
Age
NAS
Style
Blended
✦ Neatly Summary
Big Peat at Christmas 2017 is a blended malt from Big Peat (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 54.1% ABV. Rated 4.9/5 by the community. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and oaky character — smokey, leathery, old wood, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
Big Peat at Christmas 2019 is Douglas Laing's festive blended malt pairing seven Islay single malts—including Ardbeg, Bowmore, Caol Ila, and Port Ellen—at 53.7% ABV. The high strength amplifies the maritime peat and smoke that define Islay's character.
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