The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11 vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
The Blended Whisky Company
★ 4.00
£355
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
| The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11 | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Blended Whisky Company | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.3% | 47.2% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £354.95 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
Big Peat 33 Year Old
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Big Peat 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £355.
For beginners: The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£354.95 vs £249.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £354.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 11 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 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
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