Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£255
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
| Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.6% | 47.2% |
| Age | 45 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £254.63 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £255.
For beginners: Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£254.63 vs £249.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £254.63)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - 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
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