Big Peat 33 Year Old vs Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Big Peat 33 Year Old | Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Benriach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 46.8% |
| Age | 33 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £190 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled
Big Peat 33 Year Old
Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled
Quick verdict
Big Peat 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled is better value at £190 vs £250.
For beginners: Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled is more approachable (55/100 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 22 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £190)
Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled
Pros
- +More affordable (£190 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 Benriach?
Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Big Peat 33 Year Old
Only Benriach 22 Year Old Triple Distilled