Big Peat at Christmas 2016
- Distillery
- Big Peat
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended Malt
- ABV
- 54.6%
- Price
- £46.95
- Community rating
- 4.00 / 5 (3 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery, Leathery, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Three ratings collectively place Big Peat at Christmas 2016 at a strong 4.0. With a robust 54.6% ABV, this Islay blend presents 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' characteristics, although at £46.95 it's either a steal or a gamble.
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ABV
54.6%
Age
NAS
Style
Blended
Price
£46.95
✦ Neatly Summary
Big Peat at Christmas 2016 is a blended malt from Big Peat (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 54.6% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, kippery, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
Three ratings collectively place Big Peat at Christmas 2016 at a strong 4.0. With a robust 54.6% ABV, this Islay blend presents 'Smokey' and 'Medicinal' characteristics, although at £46.95 it's either a steal or a gamble.
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