Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£250
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Lagavulin
★ 4.17
£199
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Lagavulin |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.17/5 |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.17).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019) is better value at £199 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £199)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199 vs £249.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019) 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
Both taste of
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange