Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Mars |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 40% |
| Age | 33 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Mars?
Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Mars Maltage Komagatake 10 Year Old