Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams vs Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily DramsBig Peat 33 Year Old
DistilleryInvergordonBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV49.4%47.2%
Age43 yr33 yr
Price£220£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams is better value at £220 vs £250.

For beginners: Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams

Pros

  • +More affordable (£220 vs £249.95)
  • +Longer maturation (43 vs 33 years)

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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £220)

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Wood

Only Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - The Nectar Of The Daily Drams

LeatheryTobaccoNuttyOily

Only Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokeySherriedDried FruitChocolate

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