Glen Grant 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Glen Grant 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Big Peat 33 Year Old
DistilleryGlen GrantBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV44.4%47.2%
Age31 yr33 yr
Price£379.95£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Grant 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Glen Grant 31 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).

Big Peat 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £380.

For beginners: Glen Grant 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glen Grant 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£379.95 vs £249.95)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£249.95 vs £379.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 31 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 Speyside 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 Glen Grant 31 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaHoneyNutty

Only Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokeySherriedChocolate

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