Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)Big Peat 33 Year Old
DistilleryLoch LomondBig Peat
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46.5%47.2%
Age32 yr33 yr
Price£180.67£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

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

Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is better value at £181 vs £250.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£180.67 vs £249.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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)
  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 32 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £180.67)

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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 Inchmurrin 32 Year Old 1984 (cask 13363) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

Only Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokeySherriedDried FruitChocolate

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