Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Midleton
£205
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
| Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.2% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £204.95 | £249.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) is better value at £205 vs £250.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Pros
- +More affordable (£204.95 vs £249.95)
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 £204.95)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still 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 Midleton Very Rare Barry Crockett Legacy (Old Design)
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old