Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£200
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
| Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.9% | 47.2% |
| Age | 19 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199.95)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only Glengoyne 19 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old