Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat 33 Year Old
DistillerySpringbankBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV49.7%47.2%
Age20 yr33 yr
Price£189.95£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value20/100

Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £190 vs £250.

For beginners: Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£189.95 vs £249.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat 33 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £189.95)

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat 33 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Springbank 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

LeatheryTobaccoNutty

Only Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokeySherriedChocolate

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