Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024 vs Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024Big Peat 33 Year Old
DistilleryFour RosesBig Peat
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%47.2%
AgeNAS33 yr
Price£195£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024 is better value at £195 vs £250.

For beginners: Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£195 vs £249.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £195)

Who should buy Four?

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Only Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2024

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitToasted

Only Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolate

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