Ardmore 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Ardmore
£410
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
| Ardmore 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.6% | 47.2% |
| Age | 35 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £409.95 | £249.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Ardmore 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £410.
For beginners: Big Peat 33 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£409.95 vs £249.95)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £409.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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
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