Midleton Very Rare 2023 vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Midleton Very Rare 2023 | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.2% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £249.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 2023
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 2023
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Very Rare 2023 is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2023 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 2023
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £249.95)
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199.95)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2023 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Only Midleton Very Rare 2023
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old