Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s vs Big Peat 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s | Big Peat 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Welsh Whisky Co. | Big Peat |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Wales | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.2% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £180 | £249.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£180 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 £180)
Who should buy Prince?
Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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 Prince of Wales 10 Year Old - 1980s
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old