Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Forgotten Gems
★ 3.00
£200
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
| Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Forgotten Gems | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 47.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Big Peat 33 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199.95)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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
Only Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old