Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Chichibu London Edition 2024

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Big Peat 33 Year OldChichibu London Edition 2024
DistilleryBig PeatIchiro
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.2%50.5%
Age33 yrNAS
Price£249.95£209.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat 33 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value20/100

Chichibu London Edition 2024

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chichibu London Edition 2024

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu London Edition 2024 is better value at £210 vs £250.

For beginners: Big Peat 33 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Big Peat 33 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £209.95)

Chichibu London Edition 2024

Pros

  • +More affordable (£209.95 vs £249.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • 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 Chichibu?

Chichibu London Edition 2024 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.

Tasting notes

Only Big Peat 33 Year Old

SmokeySherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolate

Only Chichibu London Edition 2024

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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