Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Highland Park
£243
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
| Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Big Peat |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 47.2% |
| Age | 22 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £243.13 | £249.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £243 vs £250.
For beginners: Big Peat 33 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£243.13 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £243.13)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 2476) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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
Both taste of